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Cody Bellinger Might Be Playing Right Into Yankees Hands

Cody Bellinger and the New York Yankees are seemingly in a stalemate. Though the Pinstripes reportedly sent in a formal offer to the 30-year old slugger at long last, it looks like Bellinger might be waiting to see what other cards lay on the table before signing.

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Yankees Could Trade for Brewers Ace

The New York Yankees wiffed on signing Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai and are still in search of another arm for the starting rotation. Imai was one of the biggest names in free agency this offseason, but all is not lost for the Yankees yet.

Wade Boggs News / Pinstripe Alley / January 2

50 Most Notable Yankees Free Agent Signings in 50 Years: Wade Boggs

When it comes to the fundamental principles of my sports fandom, I really am a very simple guy. There is one basic tenet. The Golden Rule. The First Commandment.

MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / January 2

Yankees Showing Interest in Blue Jays Star

The Toronto Blue Jays throttled the New York Yankees in the American League Division Series. Outside of game three, and a few innings in game one, it did not feel close throughout that series.

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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.

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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.

Cody Bellinger News / New York Yankees on SI / January 2

Yankees Submit Formal Offer to Star Free Agent

Throughout the 2025 season, it felt like a slam dunk that the New York Yankees would bring back Cody Bellinger. He was incredible on both sides of the ball, making game-changing plays with either his glove or his bat.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / January 2

Yankees Birthday of the Day: David Cone

)" data-portal-copyright="" /> Cone was good for the remainder of the 1995 season and in his own words, he left his arm out there while trying to pitch the Yankees past the Mariners in the ALDS.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / January 2

Can Yankees Run it Back and Win?

The New York Yankees' slow offseason is driving fans crazy. They are running out of years with Aaron Judge, they're hurting on pitching depth and they've just fallen short of the mountaintop once again.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / January 2

Yankees Haven't Made Major Transaction Since July

The New York Yankees were embarrassed by the Toronto Blue Jays in the American League Division Series, nearly getting swept on their home turf in the Bronx, were it not for the heroics of captain Aaron Judge.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / January 2

By passing on Tatsuya Imai, the Yankees are committing to a lower payroll

I’ll admit I was still asleep when the word came down, that NPB ace Tatsuya Imai was signing with the Houston Astros for three years and $54 million guaranteed.

Ben Rice News / New York Yankees on SI / January 2

Yankees Need First Baseman to Improve vs. Lefties

If the New York Yankees want to keep Ben Rice as their everyday first baseman, they can't have him struggling this much at the plate against left handed pitchers.

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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.

MLB News / Pinstripe Alley / January 2

Yankees news: Imai signs with the Astros

New York Post | Andrew Crane: Japanese starter Tatsuya Imai agreed to terms with the Astros Thursday, per Jon Heyman. The Post writer reports that the 27-year-old’s deal is for three years and has a base value of $54 million with escalators that could raise the overall value to $63 million.

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.

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Cody Bellinger News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 2

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.

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New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / January 1

Yankees Tatsuya Imai Dream Isn't Completely Dead

While they won't have Tatsuya Imai on their team for the 2026 season, the Japanese sensation signed an interesting contract. The New York Yankees must keep tabs on the righty as his deal with the Houston Astros might not last all three years.

MLB News / Empire Sports Media / January 1

Yankees and Mets ‘weren’t seriously involved’ in Tatsuya Imai’s sweepstakes

The number that jumps off the page is not the ERA. It is the silence. When Tatsuya Imai signed with the Houston Astros on New Year’s Day, the New York Yankees and Mets were barely part of the story.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / January 1

How Yankees Let Tatsuya Imai Slip Away

Losing out on Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai is a miss New York Yankees fans won't be getting over anytime soon. As more details begin to be revealed about his contract and decision, it's clear the Yankees front office wasn't offering the three-time NPB All-Star anywhere near what he wanted.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 31

Looking back at Yankees’ biggest surprise of 2025

The New York Yankees faced numerous questions entering the 2025 season. While the team’s missions to replace Juan Soto’s production or become a more defensively

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / December 31

4 New Year’s resolutions for the Yankees

The calendar is flipping again, and in the Bronx that moment always comes with a strange mix of relief and restlessness. Another year of watching, waiting, believing.

New York Yankees News / Just Baseball / December 31

Is Jasson Domínguez’s Time With the Yankees Almost Up?

For several years, New York Yankees outfielder Jasson Domínguez has been something of a promised star in Major League Baseball. There’s been flashes, but the almost 23-year-old has been nothing but a counting stats darling in parts of three seasons.

Trent Grisham News / Last Word On Sports / December 30

Trent Grisham’s Breakout Season Might Be A Fluke

Resigning center fielder Trent Grisham was one of the first orders of business for the New York Yankees this offseason. Even now, with the year coming to a close, it remains one of their only big moves amid a quiet offseason for not just the Yankees, but most of MLB.

Amed Rosario News / Field Level Media / December 30

Yankees sign versatile Amed Rosario on 1-year deal

The New York Yankees signed utility player Amed Rosario to a one-year contract for 2026, with The Athletic reporting the deal is worth $2.5 million. Rosario, 30, joined the Yankees after a July trade from the Washington Nationals and batted .303 with one home run and five RBIs in 16 games.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / December 30

Anthony Volpe Injury Update Emerges Amid Yankees Offseason

New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe remains on track to return in May following offseason surgery on his left shoulder to repair a partially torn labrum.

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.