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On YouTubeNew York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / May 8
Remembering the pre-Ben Rice era, Part 2: Voit’s brief reign, LeMahieu’s peak and fall, and the Rizzo years 
Welcome, friends. I hope you brought popcorn and soda, because it’s time for Part 2 of my impromptu review of the Yankees’ first base situation before Ben Rice arrived on the scene.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 8
Four under-the-radar MVP candidates around MLB
This year, there are a few different players who could break through as under-the-radar MVP candidates. Here's a look at four of them.
MLB News / Fastball on SI / May 8
The Eye-Popping Numbers Behind Aaron Judge, Munetaka Murakami's Power Surge
One of the most fun — and unexpected — parts of the 2026 Major League Baseball season so far has been the home run race between New York Yankees superstar Aaron Judge and Chicago White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
Tim Hill News / Pinstripe Alley / May 8
Tim Hill is another bullpen bet the Yankees got right
This past offseason, many Yankees fans grew anxious as Cody Bellinger remained unsigned and the club’s only outside addition appeared to be Ryan Weathers.
Jasson Dominguez News / Field Level Media / May 8
Yankees recall top prospect, put Jasson Dominguez on IL
The New York Yankees recalled prized prospect Spencer Jones on Friday and placed fellow outfielder Jasson Dominguez on the 10-day injured list with a low-grade AC sprain in his left shoulder.
New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / May 8
Yankees Birthday of the Day: Art López
Art López could always hit. Despite an injured throwing arm that limited his effectiveness in the outfield, a diminutive stature, and little fanfare, he played until the age of 36, winning championships in six different countries.
New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / May 8
The Best Use of Aaron Judge After the Spencer Jones Call Up
Spencer Jones' calling card is his power. The New York Yankees are probably hoping that, even if he strikes out a ton, when he does make contact, the ball goes a long way.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
MLB News / Pinstripe Alley / May 8
Yankees Rivalry Roundup: Rays win in Fenway to keep pace
It was a busy day in Yankee land, as the Bombers won an early afternoon game against the Rangers, while also calling up one of the franchise’s more exciting prospects in Spencer Jones.
Spencer Jones News / New York Yankees on SI / May 8
Predicting the Yankees' Next Top Prospect Promotion After Spencer Jones's Call-Up
The Spencer Jones move signified something about the New York Yankees that we already figured out was happening when they sent Luis Gil to the minors. The team is playing with more urgency, and it has less to do with the wins and losses and more with the moves they're making to fill out the roster during emergencies.
Carlos Rodon News / New York Yankees on SI / May 8
Carlos Rodon Couldn't Have Asked for a Better Yankees Return Game
The Yankees have assembled one of Major League Baseball's best starting rotations, which is a unit that will only grow stronger in the coming weeks. Injured veterans Carlos Rodón and Gerrit Cole are closer to their 2026 debuts with each passing day, with the former potentially rejoining the Yankees in the coming days.
New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / May 8
Yankees prospects: Garrett Martin smashes eighth homer in ten games
Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders: L, 10-8 (12) at Worcester Red Sox 2B George Lombard Jr. 0-4, 2 BB, SB SS Anthony Volpe 1-6, RBI, 2 K, SF, fielding error — not the most inspiring performance RF Yanquiel Fernández 1-6, BB, 2 K 3B Oswaldo Cabrera 2-6, 2B, BB 1B Seth Brown 4-5, 3B, RBI, BB DH Ernesto Martinez Jr.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 8
Brewers' rejuvenated offense takes aim at Max Fried, Yankees
Hard-throwing right-hander Jacob Misiorowski will look to benefit from the Milwaukee Brewers' rejuvenated offense against the visiting New York Yankees on Friday in the opener of a three-game series.
New York Yankees News / Larry Brown Sports / May 7
Cody Bellinger had a perfect description of Spencer Jones after Yankees’ promotion
The New York Yankees defeated the Texas Rangers on Thursday, 9-2, in the Bronx, but they saw Jasson Dominguez leave the game in the first inning after crashing into a wall while making a catch.
Cam Schlittler News / Athlon Sports / May 7
Cam Schlittler's Fastball Monoculture: How Long Before Hitters Catch Up?
Cam Schlittler in 2026 is mowing down hitters despite throwing a fastball about 90 percent of the time. The numbers — 1.51 ERA, 13.7 K/9, one walk issued per roughly seven innings — are so extreme they demand a question: how long can this actually last?
Spencer Jones News / Yardbarker / May 7
Yankees' top prospect set to make major league debut
As one former New York Yankees top prospect heads to the injured list, another is set to take his place.
Brendan Beck News / Minor League Baseball on SI / May 7
How Yankees Prospect Brendan Beck Pitched in Long-Awaited MLB Debut
New York Yankees left-handed pitcher Ryan Weathers was scratched from his scheduled start on Thursday due to an illness. As a result, the Yankees called up one of their longtime prospects to make his first major league pitching appearance.
New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / May 7
Yankees' Jasson Dominguez exits against Rangers after colliding with wall
New York Yankees left fielder Jasson Dominguez suffered a scary-looking injury in Thursday's home game against the Texas Rangers. Dominguez, who was starting
New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / May 7
Yankees’ Aaron Boone Announces Ben Rice News After 4th Straight Absence From Lineup
The New York Yankees are preparing to continue their series against the Texas Rangers on Thursday, doing so again without one of the best hitters in baseball. First baseman Ben Rice is out of the Yankees' starting lineup for the fourth consecutive game after suffering a left hand contusion.
New York Yankees News / Inside The Diamonds / May 7
New York Yankees Roster Moves 05/07/2026
The New York Yankees have a 25-12 record. They are a half-game up on the Tampa Bay Rays in the AL East. This is the scenario entering today’s game. They will look to take the rubber game against the Rangers today after losing game two 6-1 last night.
Max Fried News / Total Pro Sports / May 7
Who Is Max Fried Dating? Meet Reni Meyer-Whalley, A Former Volleyball Player & Coach
Life around New York Yankees ace Max Fried has pretty much changed over the last two years. A massive $218 million contract, another All-Star appearance, and now a bigger spotlight in New York.
New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 8
Yankees select Brendan Beck
The Yankees announced Thursday that they’ve selected the contract of righty Brendan Beck from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Right-hander Yerry de los Santos was optioned to Triple-A following last night’s game.
New York Yankees News / Fastball on SI / May 6
Yankees' Aaron Judge Lands on List With Babe Ruth, Mickey Mantle
New York Yankees superstar Aaron Judge keeps smashing homers. Judge and Munetaka Murakami have been trading long balls all season to this point. On Wednesday, Judge took sole possession of the league lead in homers as he blasted his 15th homer of the season already.
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