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As LHP Max Fried ramps up, Yankees' wait continues for limited Aaron Judge

Reinforcements are near for the New York Yankees. Manager Aaron Boone could have left-handed ace Max Fried back in the rotation by the trade deadline and Aaron Judge might not be far behind.

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Alex Rodriguez Issues Warning to Yankees About Aaron Judge’s Championship Window

Alex Rodriguez warned the Yankees that Aaron Judge’s championship window is closing, calling it ‘an absolute tragedy’ if the generational star retires without a World Series ring.

MLB News / Pinstripe Alley / July 17

Yankees’ questionable decisions, quiet offense lead to Dodgers win to begin second half

Gerrit Cole never threw a pitch trailing in this game. Yet he was on the hook for a fifth loss—wasting what was a magnificent outing—because the Yankees offense failed to score more than one (unearned) run against Roki Sasaki and the Dodgers bullpen to prevent a 2-1 defeat.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 17

Yankees' Aaron Judge shares concerning update about injury recovery

Fans of the New York Yankees were hoping that slugger and team captain Aaron Judge would have good news to share regarding his injury recovery following the MLB All-Star break.

Former Yankees star, announcer share Aaron Judge warnings amid uncertainty about return

Yankees' Aaron Judge names greatest accomplishment of Hall of Fame career

Is Derek Jeter admission about Anthony Volpe a 'red flag'?

Yankees have made a decision about Francisco Lindor, other Mets stars

The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

MLB began awarding the All-Star Game MVP Award during the 1962 season. How many of the MVPs since then can you name in eight minutes?

The 'National League MVPs' quiz

The 'MLB Home Run Derby winners' quiz

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New York Yankees News / Viral Sports News / July 17

Yankees Given Strong Warning From Team Legend Alex Rodriguez

The New York Yankees will kick off the second half of the 2026 MLB season with renewed purpose as they open a three-game set against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday.

MLB News / Yardbarker

Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Clarke Schmidt News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 17

Yankees’ Clarke Schmidt gets huge Tommy John surgery update

The New York Yankees have dealt with some injuries this season, but they’re still playing some good baseball. Clarke Schmidt is one of the players who is still recovering from injury, and he hasn’t played yet this season as he rehabs from Tommy John surgery.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / July 17

Alex Rodriguez Warns Yankees Not to Waste Rare World Series Opportunity

The New York Yankees are returning from the All-Star break on Friday by beginning a three-game series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. They're looking to make up some ground on the Tampa Bay Rays, who hold a three-game lead in the American League East.

MLB News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / July 17

New York Yankees Reportedly Not Prioritizing Shortstop Upgrade At Trade Deadline

As the MLB trade deadline approaches, the New York Yankees are expected to be aggressive buyers. However, one position apparently isn’t near the top of the organization’s shopping list.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 17

The ‘tragedy’ reason Alex Rodriguez says Yankees must go all in at trade deadline

With the New York Yankees monitoring Aaron Judge’s recovery from his injury, there are questions about what they might do at the MLB trade deadline. Now, former Yankee Alex Rodriguez gave the tragic reason why the Yanks must go all in at the deadline, according to WFAN Sports Radio.

Shohei Ohtani News / NewYorkYankeesCommunity / July 17

Ohtani Available to Hit vs Yankees Despite Knee Concerns

As the New York Yankees and the Los Angeles Dodgers set to face each other on Friday night, Shohei Ohtani’s health has become a big factor. After much speculation about the two-way star’s availability for the three-game series, the Dodgers announced that Ohtani will be available for the first game.

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The 'Rushing TD leaders by NFL team' quiz

The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

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New York Yankees News / NewYorkYankeesCommunity / July 17

Yankees Predicted to Part Ways with Struggling $16M Star Ahead of Trade Deadline

The first half of the 2026 MLB season is done, alongwith the All-Star Game. The New York Yankees have had a good season, but certainly not as impactful as they would’ve wanted it to be, forcing them to explore roster changes.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 17

Yankees have made a decision about Francisco Lindor, other Mets stars

Help is on the way for Aaron Boone and the New York Yankees.

Updates on Lindor, Bo Bichette emerge after bombshell report

Mets, Clay Holmes to begin contract extension talks

Francisco Alvarez may finally be living up to top prospect billing for Mets

Juan Soto breaks MLB record with trio of walks in Mets' win

Former Met says team was using expensive AI program to call pitches

Aaron Judge shares concerning update about injury recovery

Hunter Goodman News / Yardbarker / July 17

Could Yankees trade for Rockies power-hitting catcher Hunter Goodman?

Adding Goodman would significantly boost the Yankees' catcher situation.

Yankees have made a decision about Francisco Lindor, other Mets stars

Yankees' Aaron Judge names greatest accomplishment of Hall of Fame career

Is Derek Jeter admission about Anthony Volpe a 'red flag'?

The '50-HR MLB seasons' quiz

Jazz Chisholm News / The Lead / July 17

Should the Yankees Consider Trading Jazz Chisholm Jr.?

As the MLB trade deadline inches closer, the New York Yankees will be searching for reinforcements to complete their quest for a 28th World Series championship.

Max Fried News / Athlon Sports / July 17

Yankees Provide Optimistic Update on Max Fried

As the New York Yankees prepare to kick off the second half of their season, the team provided a much-needed update on the status of their ace, Max Fried.

Austin Wells News / Viral Sports News / July 17

Yankees Slammed With Disastrous News Involving Austin Wells

Matthew Schmidt of Yankees Roundtable notes that the New York Yankees are confronting significant challenges at the catcher position as the MLB trade deadline looms.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / July 17

Max Fried to make rehab assignment start Friday

One member of the Yankees pitching staff is nearing a return and will make a necessary step in the return to the major league mound.

Former Yankees star, announcer share Aaron Judge warnings amid uncertainty about return

Yankees' Aaron Judge names greatest accomplishment of Hall of Fame career

Dodgers visiting Yankees for first time since 2024 World Series

The 'Most home runs for every MLB team in 2019' quiz

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / July 17

Yankees' Aaron Judge names greatest accomplishment of Hall of Fame career

New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge will undeniably go down as one of the greatest offensive players in the history of the storied franchise. What does he consider his greatest honor?

Former Yankees star, announcer share Aaron Judge warnings amid uncertainty about return

Dodgers visiting Yankees for first time since 2024 World Series

Yankees teammates make history in first inning of All-Star Game

Yankees have unique way of motivating, angering Cam Schlittler

The ''MLB: The Show' cover athletes' quiz

Jonathan Ornelas News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 17

Jonathan Ornelas To Opt Out Of Yankees Deal

Infielder Jonathan Ornelas is opting out of his minor league deal with the Yankees, reports Francys Romero. He’ll become a free agent if New York doesn’t select him onto the MLB roster.