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Yankees news: Blue Jays make a move, sign Kazuma Okamoto

SNY.com | Colin Martin and Phillip Martinez: The 2025 American League champion Toronto Blue Jays made a splash yesterday afternoon, signing Japanese corner infielder Kazuma Okamoto to a four-year, $60 million deal roughly 24 hours before the end of his posting period.

Ben Rice News / Last Word On Sports / January 3

Ben Rice Will Be Key For The Yankees Next Season

By far one of the most pleasant surprises for the New York Yankees last season was the emergence of first baseman Ben Rice. The 26-year-old was quietly one of New York’s best hitters, and his solid slash line of .255/.337/.499 doesn’t even tell the whole story.

MLB News / Empire Sports Media / January 3

Blue Jays continue to add while Yankees sit idly by

The winter has a way of revealing priorities long before Opening Day ever arrives. For the New York Yankees, that revelation has been uncomfortable. Expectations never slow down in the Bronx, even when circumstances beg for patience, and this offseason has tested the nerves of a fan base conditioned to think in October terms.

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The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz

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Aaron Judge News / New York Yankees on SI / January 3

Yankees Aaron Judge Could Reach Historic Milestone This Season

Every time Aaron Judge takes the field for the New York Yankees, something historic can happen. There are few ballplayers with such a proclivity for power as he has.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

Bo Bichette News / New York Yankees on SI / January 3

Bo Bichette to Yankees Heats Up After Blue Jays Signing

The New York Yankees have been stuck on Cody Bellinger for so long they have completely overlooked Bo Bichette. The star shortstop is not only younger, but he's fresh off one of the best seasons of his career.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / January 3

Yankees History: A crazy final out comeback from 1955

It’s pretty rare that a team can win a baseball game without any help from their opponents. Sometimes, that help might be as small as just a couple slightly off pitches that lead to runs.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / January 3

Yankees Have a Pair of Lefties Headed for Contract Years

The New York Yankees have a pair of lefty mashers heading into contract years this season. If it is anything like how Cody Bellinger saw a career resurgence in the Bronx in 2025, these two may be primed for big seasons.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / January 3

50 Most Notable Yankees Free Agent Signings in 50 Years: David Cone

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Cody Bellinger News / Viral Sports News / January 3

Yankees Land Brutal Cody Bellinger Prediction in MLB Free Agency

The New York Yankees find themselves deeply engaged in the ongoing free agency period, with a clear priority to upgrade their outfield by landing a proven star performer.

Jazz Chisholm News / New York Yankees on SI / January 3

Blockbuster Mock Trade Sends Yankees' Jazz Chisholm to NL

The New York Yankees are reportedly listening to challenge trades for All-Star second baseman Jazz Chisholm, and while there isn't concrete interest to speak of yet, the rumor mill is sending Chisholm all over the MLB already.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Luis Sojo News / Pinstripe Alley / January 3

Yankees Birthday of the Day: Luis Sojo

Dating back to 1947, the Yankees have used Old-Timers’ Day as a chance to celebrate players from years past. Former superstars and role players alike don the pinstripes once more, hear the roar of the Bronx faithful, and engage in a half-comedic exhibition game.

Bo Bichette News / Stadium Rant / January 3

Should The Yankees Sign Bo Bichette?

The New York Yankees have reportedly “checked in” on Bo Bichette, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Bichette has starred with the Toronto Blue Jays, and the Yankees obviously know all about him as they’re both in the American League East.

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Jake Bird News / New York Yankees on SI / January 3

Yankees' Jake Bird Could Seize Huge Opportunity

When the New York Yankees made a deadline trade with the Colorado Rockies for relief pitcher Jake Bird, they likely didn't expect to send him to the minors immediately.

Trent Grisham News / New York Yankees on SI / January 3

Yankees' Trent Grisham Made One Change to Secure Huge Contract

New York Yankees outfielder Trent Grisham agreed to a $22.025 million, one-year contract earlier this offseason, cementing himself in the Yankees lineup for another year.

Cody Bellinger News / Pinstripe Alley / January 3

Yankees news: Bellinger tendered a formal offer

MLB Trade Rumors | Anthony Franco: After maintaining for months that he was their primary free agent target, the Yankees have officially tendered a contract offer to Cody Bellinger.

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / January 2

Report: Yankees Are Shopping All-Star Second Baseman

Per MLB.com’s Bryan Hoch, the New York Yankees are entertaining a potential trade of star second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. Hoch’s initial report came around mid-December, and since then, there have been no further rumors.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / January 2

Yankees News & Buzz: Yanks still at an impasse with Cody Bellinger, why New York should stay away from Bo Bichette, more

Cody Bellinger feels closer than ever, yet at the same time, nothing is imminent yet between the New York Yankees and the talented outfielder. Meanwhile, some have connected the Yanks to infielder Bo Bichette, but declining peripherals and defense make it a risk for them.

New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 2

Looking At The Yankees’ Internal Bullpen Options

The Yankees’ bullpen has seen a lot of turnover this offseason. Devin Williams and Luke Weaver departed in free agency, both later signing with the Mets.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / January 2

Yankees setting themselves up to get left behind in AL East

The New York Yankees are in danger of being left behind in the AL East.

Yankees’ latest rumors point to a club in decline as AL East foes grow stronger

Yankees reportedly have made official offer to Cody Bellinger

Blue Jays reportedly have made biggest offer for Kyle Tucker

New York Mets reportedly eyeing significant free-agent move

Pittsburgh Pirates dealt another blow in Kazuma Okamoto sweepstakes

Bo Bichette News / Total Apex Sports / January 1

New York Yankees Have Checked In On Bo Bichette

Jon Heyman reported that the Yankees are among several teams to check in on Shortstop Bo Bichette. With New York actively seeking to add more right-handed hitters to their lineup, Bichette appears to be an ideal fit.

New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 4

Yankees reportedly have made official offer to Cody Bellinger

General manager Brian Cashman has made no secret of the team’s desire to keep Bellinger.

Mets news & buzz: Mets dream about Tarik Skubal; Cody Bellinger seems to be slipping away, more

Yankees' Aaron Judge sends message to Giancarlo Stanton after off-field move

Red Sox predicted to lose Alex Bregman to dark-horse AL suitor

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New York Yankees News / Total Apex Sports / December 31

The New York Yankees Are Playing A Dangerous Game In Free Agency

After getting embarrassed by the Toronto Blue Jays in the ALDS, the Yankees entered an offseason with a long list of work to do. So far, the Yankees have done absolutely nothing and are sitting on their hands waiting for Cody Bellinger to make his decision.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / December 31

Yankees' Aaron Judge sends message to Giancarlo Stanton after off-field move

The New York Yankees will head into the 2026 MLB season with familiar faces looking to break through and carry the franchise back to the World Series. Two of the most important pieces are outfielder Aaron Judge and designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton, who have powered New York’s lineup since joining the Yankees.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / December 29