New York Yankees: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

David Bednar News / Baseball Now / October 27

Yankees' David Bednar Gets $55 Million Contract Prediction

The New York Yankees have some key players hitting the open market this offseason, but perhaps none are more important than David Bednar. Bednar was the most important player in the Yankees bullpen this year, and he is bound to get paid in free agency.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 27

Why Jorge Posada doesn’t think Yankees want him to return

Jorge Posada is one of the better catchers in recent memory. He spent his entire MLB career in New York with the Yankees — debuting in 1995 and retiring in 2011.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / October 27

The Yankees' Biggest Free Agent Decision Is About More Than One Player

The New York Yankees' lineup should look very different by the start of the 2027 season. Notably, two everyday players in the Yankees' batting order are hitting free agency: second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr.

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The 'Playoff-RBI leaders by MLB club' quiz

How many of the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) players to lead each MLB franchise in postseason RBI can you name in five minutes?

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New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / October 27

In 1990, Mariano Rivera signed with the Yankees for a $3,000 bonus as an unheralded prospect from Panama; he went on to save a record 652 games

Mariano Rivera received a $3,000 signing bonus from the New York Yankees in 1990. The 20-year-old prospect from Panama was far from a household name, but his modest beginning eventually led to one of the most remarkable careers in baseball history.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

New York Yankees News / The Spun / October 27

Yankees Legend Jorge Posada Doesn't Feel Welcome By Franchise Anymore

Former New York Yankees catcher Jorge Posada doesn’t seem to have a warm relationship with the organization. Posada won four World Series titles during his 17-year career, all in pinstripes.

Aaron Judge News / Athlon Sports / October 27

In 2022, Cory Youmans caught Aaron Judge's record-setting 62nd home run ball; weeks later, he sold it for $1.5 million at a Goldin auction

Cory Youmans went to Globe Life Field on Oct. 4, 2022, to watch the New York Yankees face the Texas Rangers. By the end of the game, he owned one of the most valuable baseballs in modern MLB history.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / October 27

Jorge Posada reveals he doesn't feel welcome with Yankees despite his championship legacy

Despite helping the New York Yankees capture four World Series titles during his legendary career, Posada apparently doesn't feel the same connection to the organization that he once did.

Report: Yankees running it back with pitching coach Matt Blake

Yankees prove they're satisfied with 'good enough' by extending Brian Cashman

Yankees made right decision by bringing back Aaron Boone, Brian Cashman

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Otto Lopez News / New York Yankees on SI / October 27

Yankees' Projected Otto Lopez Trade Would Shake Up New York's Infield

Otto Lopez would be a solid add for the New York Yankees. Brian Cashman and Peter Bendix, the Miami Marlins' President of Baseball Operations, already have a history, making several deals in recent years—both impact moves.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / October 27

Presenting the Yankees’ 2026 All-Prospect Team

The 2026 MLB season, as we know it, is in its dying days. With the Milwaukee Brewers on the verge of winning their first World Series championship after taking a 3-0 series lead on the Rays on Monday night, tonight could be the final day of Major League Baseball for a long time as a lockout looms.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / October 27

Yankees Birthday of the Day: Patsy Dougherty

" /> In 1904, his bat fell off and, perhaps due to that, Boston was willing to move him. It might also have had something to do with Dougherty pushing to be paid more, after two pretty darn good first seasons in the big leagues.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Jazz Chisholm News / Just Baseball / October 27

Jazz Chisholm Jr.’s Complicated Free Agency Market

Trying to predict a player’s market and landing spot is always a difficult task. You can quickly scan through a team’s needs, find a fit, match that fit to one of the free agents at that position but it’s more complicated than that.

Amed Rosario News / Pinstripe Alley / October 27

Yankees 2026 Roster Report Cards: Amed Rosario

Before the 2026 season, the Yankees re-signed utilityman Amed Rosario to a one-year, $2.5 million contract. Long rumored to be a trade target for the Bombers, Rosario spent the latter half of 2025 with the team after being acquired from the Nationals at the Trade Deadline.

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New York Yankees News / EssentiallySports / October 27

'Nothing Better Than That': Yankees Legend Shares What Made Playing in New York Such a Privilege

After the Yankees were swept by the Tampa Bay Rays in the 2026 ALDS, former players questioned the team’s clubhouse standards. CC Sabathia said nobody was keeping those standards anymore, pointing toward the absence of former leaders.

Spencer Jones News / New York Yankees on SI / October 27

Yankees Must Avoid Making Risky Spencer Jones Mistake Next Season

One of the more encouraging parts of the New York Yankees' 2026 season was Spencer Jones'gradual improvement. The 25-year-old rookie outfielder was called up and sent down three separate times from May to July before getting a fourth call-up on July 26.

Nolan Arenado News / Baseball Now / October 27

Is It Finally Offseason For Yankees To Trade For Nolan Arenado?

It was not long ago that the New York Yankees were linked to Nolan Arenado in trade rumors, but this offseason might be the one when they get him pinstripes.

New York Yankees News / EssentiallySports / October 26

'Build a Culture': Yankees’ $2.6 Billion Reality Check Sparks a Blunt Rant About New York Pressure

After their disappointing postseason exit, the New York Yankees are facing renewed questions about whether the clubhouse culture adequately prepares the players for the pressure in New York.

New York Yankees News / Field Level Media / October 24

Report: Yankees running it back with pitching coach Matt Blake

It was not a banner year for the New York Yankees, but the organization appears prepared to stay with the same coaching group for 2027. In their latest move, the Yankees have agreed to sign pitching coach Matt Blake to a three-year contract extension, according to the New York Post.

New York Yankees News / Trade Talk Sports / October 24

Yankees Have a Big Decision to Make About Carlos Rodón

Baseball has a funny way of making a good season feel disappointing. You can win plenty of games, put together a strong regular season and still end up sitting at home wondering what went wrong in October.

New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 23

Yankees To Retain Pitching Coach Matt Blake

The Yankees are expected to work out a new contract with pitching coach Matt Blake, reports Joel Sherman of the New York Post. His deal was set to expire at the end of the year.