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New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / December 31

A farewell to the Yankees we lost in 2025

The year 2025 is just a few hours from coming to its conclusion. Depending on where you live on this great big planet of ours, it might already be the new year.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / December 31

Unexpected Yankees Injury Ranks Among Weirdest of 2025

The New York Yankees got banged up this season just like any other team, but most of the injuries were pretty run of the mill. The Athletic's year-end list of the weirdest injuries featured a retired Yankee, who injured himself outside of regular play.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / December 31

Yankees Get Bleak Trade Market Outlook

The New York Yankees have been quiet throughout free agency. The trade market may not be kind to them either. According to a recent breakdown from The Athletic's Chris Kirschner, the Yankees may be up against a trade market that threatens to cost them too much of their future.

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New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / December 31

50 Most Notable Yankees Free Agent Signings in 50 Years: Jimmy Key

The 1992 Yankees season, the first under manager Buck Showalter, marked a modest if unexciting improvement from the previous two seasons. The moribund Yankee offense got a boost from newcomer Danny Tartabull, and young outfield prospect Bernie Williams was starting to show signs of a breakout.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / December 31

4 New Year’s resolutions for the Yankees

The calendar is flipping again, and in the Bronx that moment always comes with a strange mix of relief and restlessness. Another year of watching, waiting, believing.

New York Yankees News / Just Baseball / December 31

Is Jasson Domínguez’s Time With the Yankees Almost Up?

For several years, New York Yankees outfielder Jasson Domínguez has been something of a promised star in Major League Baseball. There’s been flashes, but the almost 23-year-old has been nothing but a counting stats darling in parts of three seasons.

Aaron Judge News / New York Yankees on SI / December 31

Yankees' Aaron Judge Tops 2025 List of Favorite MLB Moments

New York Yankees superstar Aaron Judge won his third AL MVP award for his showing in 2025, and one particular postseason moment from Judge ranked among the favorites in baseball.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / December 31

Highlights from the YES Network’s “Name That Yankee” in 2025

In a world of unsure TV circumstances around Major League Baseball, the Yankees and their fans can at least be thankful for what the YES Network brings them.

Cody Bellinger News / New York Yankees on SI / December 31

Former GM Makes Yankees, Cody Bellinger Prediction

Jim Duquette knows a thing or two because he's seen a thing or two. So it's worth considering what the former New York Mets general manager has to say about the New York Yankees trying to re-sign outfielder Cody Bellinger.

Anthony Volpe News / New York Yankees on SI / December 31

Yankees Could Face Big Time Shortstop Question

The New York Yankees are at a shortstop crossroads this offseason. Anthony Volpe, their 2025 Opening Day shortstop, is recovering from shoulder surgery after a dismal season, and their backup options are ready to go.

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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.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / December 31

Yankees news: Burning questions for the Bombers going into 2026

Sporting News | Matt Sullivan: The reports were that this was in the works for a while, but on Tuesday afternoon it became official that Amed Rosario would be back with the Yankees in 2026.

Nick Torres News / Last Word On Sports / December 30

Yankees’ Recent Acquisition Could Bring Value From Previous Stellar Season

The New York Yankees made their next big move within the offseason market. Over the weekend, the club announced the signing of Nick Torres, an outfielder and first baseman out of the Mexican League.

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New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / December 30

Trent Grisham’s Breakout Season Might Be A Fluke

Resigning center fielder Trent Grisham was one of the first orders of business for the New York Yankees this offseason. Even now, with the year coming to a close, it remains one of their only big moves amid a quiet offseason for not just the Yankees, but most of MLB.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / December 30

Yankees Not Out for Blue Jays Star

The New York Yankees are facing some big questions this offseason, among them the fate of second baseman Jazz Chisholm, who they are reportedly open to trading.

Amed Rosario News / Field Level Media / December 30

Yankees sign versatile Amed Rosario on 1-year deal

The New York Yankees signed utility player Amed Rosario to a one-year contract for 2026, with The Athletic reporting the deal is worth $2.5 million. Rosario, 30, joined the Yankees after a July trade from the Washington Nationals and batted .303 with one home run and five RBIs in 16 games.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / December 30

Yankees News & Buzz: 3 most valuable trade assets among pitchers; Yanks might need to add 2 starters, more

If the New York Yankees want to make an impact in the trade market, three names stand out above the rest: Will Warren, Luis Gil, and Elmer Rodriguez. However, they might be thinking about adding two starters rather than subtracting from their current pool of options.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / December 30

Yankees Breakout Pitcher Starting Career With Massive Pressure

Cam Schlittler burst onto the scene for the New York Yankees with a July call-up from Triple-A, and immediately looked like an ace. But with just 14 MLB starts so far, the Yankees may be relying a bit too heavily on him when the season begins.

Cody Bellinger News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 30

Predicting where Cody Bellinger will sign in MLB free agency

While the 2025 MLB offseason has had moments of intrigue thus far, one of the sport’s most coveted free agent outfielders has yet to sign. While plenty of suitors have been interested in former MVP Cody Bellinger, his 2025 campaign and specific skillset make him a perfect fit to re-sign with the New York Yankees.

Ben Rice News / New York Yankees on SI / December 30

One Huge Question Surrounds Yankees' Ben Rice

New York Yankees utility man Ben Rice is expected to be their everyday first baseman come spring, but he will need to improve against left-handed pitching to keep up without Paul Goldschmidt to trade off with him.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / December 31

Yankees' Aaron Judge sends message to Giancarlo Stanton after off-field move

The New York Yankees will head into the 2026 MLB season with familiar faces looking to break through and carry the franchise back to the World Series. Two of the most important pieces are outfielder Aaron Judge and designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton, who have powered New York’s lineup since joining the Yankees.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / December 29

Impact trade for pitching will likely cost the Yankees ‘big time’ in prospect capital

The sticker shock hits you before the radar gun does. Every winter reminds you that pitching sets the market, but the 2025-26 offseason has turned that reminder into a full-blown warning label.

Cody Bellinger News / Yardbarker / December 29