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New York Yankees Could Land Recently Released Cubs Veteran

In a notable roster move on Tuesday, the Chicago Cubs decided to designate Garrett Cooper for assignment, as reported by Robert Murray of FanSided. Simultaneously, the Cubs are giving Matt Mervis another opportunity at the MLB level, signaling a potential shift in their lineup strategy.

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Making sense of Omar Martinez and Kyle Carr’s starts

Assessing two Yankees prospects amidst very different starts to their 2024 seasons. Scouting is a continual process of evaluation. Yesterday’s report is yesterday’s news.

Jose Trevino News / Empire Sports Media / 1 hour ago

Yankees are getting surprising offensive production from veteran catcher

Jose Trevino was supposed to become the backup catcher for the Yankees, but so far he’s impressed with his bat after an ice-cold start. His showing in Houston left fans disgruntled with his standing on the team, but since the slow start to the season, he’s been a force for this offense.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / 1 hour ago

Which football positions are best-suited for the Yankees?

In honor of the NFL Draft last night, we’re pondering where the Yanks would play on the gridiron. We’re entering that month-or-so long window where North American sports are hitting their apex.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / 0 minutes ago

Yankees’ super-utility man is seeing his numbers plummet back down to Earth

The New York Yankees have been eagerly anticipating the return of veteran infielder DJ LeMahieu. However, a recent injury setback has increased pressure on the rest of the infield to enhance their performances.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / 0 minutes ago

Yankees’ $98 million slugger in the middle of another ice-cold stretch

The New York Yankees‘ offense has seen its ups and downs in recent days, capturing wins in the middle two games of a four-game series against the Oakland Athletics but falling short in Thursday’s matchup with a score of 3-1.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / 1 hour ago

Yankees could see this interesting pitching prospect get an MLB promotion

Clayton Beeter was acquired by the Yankees in a trade with the Dodgers, part of the deal that sent struggling outfielder Joey Gallo to Los Angeles. Something that has always bugged the former second-round pick is the lack of command, making most scouts believe that he’ll end up being a reliever in the long run.

New York Yankees News / Viral Sports News / 1 hour ago

New York Yankees Could Explore Intriguing Pitcher Trade

Entering 2024, the New York Yankees were brimming with high expectations, poised for a season of promise. As the warm breeze of spring transitions into the heat of summer, the question arises: could general manager Brian Cashman bolster the Bombers’ pitching arsenal by setting his sights on Paul Blackburn of the Oakland Athletics?

Aaron Judge News / ESPN / 1 hour ago

'I'm still Aaron Judge': Why the Yankees captain believes he can turn it around

The Yankees offense depends on Judge's bat. Can he turn it up in time for two of their biggest series of the spring?

Will Warren News / Last Word On Sports / 40 minutes ago

Yankees Pitching Prospect Continues to Show Promise in the Minors

The New York Yankees employ a list of arms that are expected to see the big league stage at some point this season. With a decent spring training combined with a phenomenal split-season in 2023, right-hander Will Warren is on the list for promotion. Warren, 24, was selected in the eighth round of the 2021 MLB Draft.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / 38 minutes ago

Yankees prospects: Scranton wins by two TDs

Recapping the Yankees’ minor league affiliates’ results from April 25th. Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders: W, 14-2 at Durham Bulls — safety kept ‘em from the shutout, what a shame 2B Caleb Durbin 2-5, 2B, HR, BB, 4 RBI, K — Durbin Demolition Night CF Everson Pereira 1-5, 2B, BB, 2 RBI, K 1B T.J.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / 2 hours ago

LeMachine needs additional maintenance

LeMahieu shut down for a week; Holmes’ impending free agency; the AL East is really, really annoying (because it’s really, really good); Yanks claim Tonkin from Mets Associated Press | Larry Fleisher: Earlier this week, it was reported that Yankees infielder DJ LeMahieu had suffered a setback during his first rehab outing.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / 7 hours ago

Yankees 1, A’s 3: Lineup sputters with 11 men stranded

Untimely double plays and strikeouts prevented the Yankees from winning a home series against Oakland. Fresh off rejuvenating back-to-back victories, the Yankees looked primed from the get-go on Thursday night to avenge their lifeless loss to Oakland on Monday with a series victory.

New York Yankees News / ClutchPoints / 10 hours ago

Yankees’ fatal flaw that will derail hot start to 2024 season

The New York Yankees are in first place in the American League East as of this story’s writing. It has been a strong start for the Yankees, a team that missed the postseason in 2023.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / 6 hours ago

Brian Cashman discusses what Juan Soto has meant to 2024 Yankees

New York Yankees senior vice president and general manager Brian Cashman discussed the addition of Soto, who has thrived in his first month in New York.

Could fans booing Aaron Judge cause Juan Soto to leave Yankees?

Insider bets Yankees star will 'get more money than' Shohei Ohtani — with one catch

Yankees announce major injury update on three-time All-Star

Which MLB players have the most career WAR?

The 'MLB leaders in on-base percentage' quiz

New York Yankees News / Field Level Media / 1 hour ago

Yankees 'warm and fuzzy' heading into finale vs. A's

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone quipped about experiencing a "warm and fuzzy" feeling after seeing Aaron Judge and Juan Soto each hit a home run in the same game for the first time in pinstripes.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / 6 hours ago

Aaron Judge passes Derek Jeter on Yankees all-time HR list

Watch: Aaron Judge passes Derek Jeter on Yankees all-time home run list

Maybe this will get Yankees fans off Aaron Judge's back. The 2022 AL MVP blasted home run No. 261 of his career on Wednesday against the A's, passing Yankees legend Derek Jeter on the franchise's all-time home run list.

Shohei Ohtani has been everything the Dodgers could've hoped for and more

Cardinals demote former top prospect following brutal start

Pirates prospect Paul Skenes' remarkable streak ends

Watch: Braves walk off the Marlins in wild NL East battle

Two-time World Series champ still has a nice swing at 51 years old

DJ LeMahieu News / ClutchPoints / April 24

Yankees’ DJ LeMahieu dealt worrying injury update after exiting first rehab game early

DJ LeMahieu was seemingly on the verge of returning to the New York Yankees heading into his most recent rehab game. Barring any setbacks, New York was hopeful that the veteran infielder would re-join the big league ball club as soon as possible.

New York Yankees News / LWOSports.com / 3 hours ago

He’s a part of the team, too: John Sterling is a Yankee legend

Now, someone reading this has no idea who I am (actually, at this point, I think most of the people who might read this do know who I am), but I still want to acknowledge that something affected me last week much more than I thought it would.

New York Yankees News / Field Level Media / 1 hour ago

Yankees, A's aim for upper hand in series

One inning was enough Tuesday night to provide Aaron Boone some hope that the middle of the New York Yankees' order is ready to hit with some consistency after a quiet first three-plus weeks.

DJ LeMahieu News / MLB Trade Rumors / 1 hour ago

Yankees announce major injury update on three-time All-Star

He was supposed to be the club’s everyday third baseman here in 2024, but a spring training injury scuttled those plans.

Yankees' Juan Soto discusses struggles of Aaron Judge

Could fans booing Judge cause Soto to leave Yankees?

Yankees catcher Austin Wells' breakout is only a matter of time

Which MLB players have the most career RBI?

The '2022 MLB home run leaders' quiz

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / April 23

Could fans booing Aaron Judge cause Juan Soto to leave Yankees?

The treatment of Judge at Yankee Stadium amid his early-season struggles continues to garner attention.

Yankees' Juan Soto discusses struggles of Aaron Judge

ESPN insiders rip Yankees fans for booing Aaron Judge

Yankees oozing 'confidence' in early rise to top of AL East standings

Which MLB players have the most career WAR?

The '2022 MLB home run leaders' quiz

Juan Soto News / ClutchPoints / April 22

Will Yankees’ Juan Soto sign mid-season contract extension?

The New York Yankees are back to their winning ways behind the strong performance of superstar outfielder Juan Soto. The Yankees traded for Soto in the offseason, despite a looming free agency that will likely be among the most expensive in baseball history.

Aaron Boone News / Larry Brown Sports / 6 hours ago

Umpire has interesting explanation for Aaron Boone ejection

Home plate umpire Hunter Wendelstedt offered a fairly ridiculous explanation of his decision to eject New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone from Monday’s game.

Watch: Fan gets Yankees manager Aaron Boone ejected in first inning

Yankees manager Aaron Boone reacts to 'embarrassing' ejection

Aaron Judge doesn't seem bothered by Yankee Stadium boos

Which players have the most hits in MLB postseason history?

The 'MLB player name riddles' quiz

New York Yankees News / Larry Brown Sports / April 20