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New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / December 3

The Yankees Potentially Dodged a Bullet by Missing on Free Agent Pitcher

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman is looking to make an off-season splash. Their newly prominent division rivals, the Toronto Blue Jays, have done that recently.

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

Two Outfield Trade Options if Yankees Miss in Free Agency

The New York Yankees are aggressively pursuing a reunion with free agent outfielder Cody Bellinger this offseason, with superstar outfielder Kyle Tucker considered a backup plan if they can't manage a deal with Bellinger.

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

Yankees Competing for One of MLB's Most Popular Players

Cody Bellinger is among the most coveted free agent outfielders on the market this offseason, and competition is heating up for the New York Yankees to land him.

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The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB home run leaders since 1997' quiz

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The 'MLB Relievers of the Year since 1995' quiz

How many of the American and National League Reliever of the Year winners (formerly knowns as the Rolaid Relief Award) since the 1995 MLB season?

The 'MLB 30-30 seasons' quiz

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / December 3

Nationals Starter Could Be Yankees Rotation Fix

The New York Yankees have a few directions to move in if they want to bolster their starting rotation. They can go for the highly sought-after NPB arm Tatsuya Imai.

Giancarlo Stanton News / Pinstripe Alley / December 3

Yankees 2025 Report Cards: Giancarlo Stanton

It’s an unfortunate and familiar story. Giancarlo Stanton misses a considerable amount of time with injury during the regular season. The frequency with which this has happened since the Yankees acquired him from the Marlins is distressing not only for the team, but for him.

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

Yankees Prospect Could Face Trade With Free Agent Splash

Who will be the odd man out next season in the New York Yankees outfield? Certainly not Aaron Judge, who just won his third American League MVP Award in four years.

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

Yankees Have New Trade Option For All-Star Outfielder

It's time for New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman to play "Let's Make a Deal." Behind door No. 1 is Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger, who opted out of his contract to become a free agent.

New York Yankees News / CBSSports.com / December 3

MLB Winter Meetings bold predictions: Mets bring home their guy(s), Yankees add a surprise starter, more moves

The Winter Meetings open Sunday in Orlando, heralding the busiest stretch of MLB's offseason

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / December 3

Yankees Potential Free Agent Target: Merrill Kelly

There is a chance that at some point in 2025, the Yankees will have a truly excellent starting rotation. Max Fried and Carlos Rodón are coming off of great

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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.

Cody Bellinger News / New York Yankees on SI / December 3

Yankees Fans Are Wrong About Kyle Tucker vs. Cody Bellinger

Fans complained all season about the New York Yankees having an all-or-nothing offense approach and shoddy defense that lost them winnable games. Now, we're complaining that the Yankees want Cody Bellinger over Kyle Tucker.

MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / December 3

Yankees Sign Outfielder After Canceled Cardinals Deal

Before going to work on their major league roster and making the necessary moves to keep themselves in World Series contention heading into the 2026 season, the New York Yankees signed an outfielder to a minor league deal who seemingly had a deal with another organization fall through earlier this year.

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The 'Most passing + rushing TD games in a season' quiz

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Sonny Gray News / Pinstripe Alley / December 3

Yankees news: Sonny Gray turns up the heat after Red Sox trade

MLB.com | Brian Murphy: One of the biggest moves of the still-young offseason was former Yankees pitcher Sonny Gray getting traded by the Cardinals to the Red Sox.

Carlos Rodon News / Athlon Sports / December 2

Yankees' Carlos Rodon Makes Announcement on Tuesday

The New York Yankees are heading into 2026 with full confidence in their pitching staff, especially once right-hander Gerrit Cole returns from injury. A major reason for that optimism is left-hander Carlos Rodon, who just completed his third season in pinstripes and continues to thrive in the middle of the rotation.

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

Yankees Facing Challenge With Cody Bellinger Reunion

The New York Yankees' top offseason priorities are the outfield and pitching depth, and they have been pursuing a reunion with Cody Bellinger to round out their exact outfield makeup from 2025.

MLB News / Yardbarker / December 3

New Red Sox pitcher Sonny Gray lets his true feelings on the Yankees be known

Gray, who has been with the Red Sox for just a week, has already gotten some good karma with his new team and the fan base.

Yankees seemingly ready to move on from Jasson Dominguez

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The '2024 MLB strikeout leaders' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / December 1

Mets begin rebuild of bullpen by signing Devin Williams

The New York Mets needed to rebuild their bullpen this offseason. That process began Monday night.

Details emerge on Francisco Lindor's alleged incident with Mets teammate

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The 'Second-most career home runs for each MLB franchise' quiz

Cam Schlittler News / Athlon Sports / December 1

Yankees' Cam Schlittler Makes Announcement on Monday

The New York Yankees’ season ended in disappointment as they fell to the Toronto Blue Jays in the divisional round of the MLB playoffs. However, a bright spot emerged in rookie right-hander Cam Schlittler.

Cody Bellinger News / Larry Brown Sports / December 1

Three contenders linked to Cody Bellinger in free agency

Cody Bellinger will likely have several options to choose from this offseason in order to compete for another World Series ring. The New York Mets, the Los Angeles Dodgers, and the Philadelphia Phillies could all potentially be in the mix to sign the former NL MVP Bellinger as a free agent, Jeff Passan of ESPN reported this week.

Cam Schlittler News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 1

Yankees fans will be fired up about Cam Schlittler’s offseason plans

Starting pitcher Cam Schlitter had an impressive debut for the New York Yankees in 2025, carrying his rookie season success into the playoffs. As the right-hander prepares for year two with the Yankees, he is preparing to make some changes.