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On YouTubeRandal Grichuk News / Pinstripe Alley / April 29
Yankees promote Elmer Rodríguez, DFA Randal Grichuk 
The Yankees were set for a bit of a roster crunch this week, one that had fans wondering exactly how the club would piece together the puzzle. Well, we have part of the answer now, as this morning the Yankees announced that they had designated outfielder Randal Grichuk for assignment to clear a spot on the active roster for Elmer Rodríguez.
New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / April 29
Some fun-but-meaningless stats and moments from the Yankees’ first month
Late April is, in many ways, one of the most fun times to look at stats. Now that the season is a month old and can officially be considered “in full swing,” we’ve got just enough data that we have a true representative sample to begin analyzing, but not so much that weird beginning-of-season quirks haven’t fallen away completely.
Sterling Hitchcock News / Pinstripe Alley / April 29
Yankees Birthday of the Day: Sterling Hitchcock
" /> Manager Buck Showalter entrusted Hitchcock with a rotation spot in 1995, and he acquitted himself nicely at age-24, starting 27 games with 168.1 innings of league-average ball, recording 2.2 bWAR.
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?
Dylan Coleman News / Pinstripe Alley / April 29
Dylan Coleman making comeback with RailRiders
" /> He entered the game in the seventh inning and got thrown right into the fire. The first Rochester batter he faced, Phillip Glassner, grounded his first pitch to first baseman Ernesto Martinez Jr.
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.
New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / April 29
What should we make of the Yankees’ recent prospect promotions?
The Yankees are riding high out in the Lone Star State, securing another series win with a dominant Cam Schlittler start and homers from Austin Wells and Aaron Judge.
George Lombard Jr. News / Pinstripe Alley / April 29
Yankees news: Elmer Rodríguez, George Lombard Jr. earn promotions
NY Daily News | Gary Phillips: The Yankees are promoting 22-year-old right-hander Elmer Rodríguez to make his MLB debut on Wednesday against the Texas Rangers.
New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 29
Why Yankees’ Cam Schlittler reminds Jazz Chisholm Jr. of Gerrit Cole, Carlos Rodon
Welcome to the Cam Schlittler show, baby! The 2025 MLB playoffs were the introduction of the star pitcher to the MLB world. Now playing in his first full season in the league, the New York Yankees sophomore pitcher is breaking out as one of the best players on the mound.
New York Yankees News / New Baseball Media / April 29
What to Expect from Yankees Pitcher Elmer Rodriguez
On April 29, Elmer Rodriguez will toe the slab on a Major League mound for the first time. The Yankees prospect had a fantastic month in Scranton before the promotion, thanks in large part to good stuff and consistency when it came to keeping contact on the ground.
New York Yankees News / Field Level Media / April 28
Cam Schlittler dazzles again as Yankees hold off Rangers
Cam Schlittler pitched six stellar innings to best Jacob deGrom and Aaron Judge homered for the third straight game as the visiting New York Yankees hung on for a 3-2 victory over the Texas Rangers on Tuesday night in Arlington, Texas.
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.
Aaron Judge News / Fastball on SI / April 28
Yankees' Aaron Judge Chasing Hall of Famers on All-Time HR List
New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge is on a heater right now. On Tuesday, Judge tied Chicago White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami for the Major League Baseball lead in homers with 12.
Giancarlo Stanton News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 28
Who did Yankees call up in Giancarlo Stanton’s roster spot amid injured list stint?
The New York Yankees made a roster adjustment Tuesday, responding to Giancarlo Stanton’s injured list stint by adding infield depth ahead of their eventual win over the Texas Rangers.
George Lombard Jr. News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 28
Yankees' Top Prospect George Lombard Jr. Moves One Step Closer to Majors
The New York Yankees are reportedly promoting their top prospect to the next level in the minors. Shortstop George Lombard Jr., MLB Pipeline's No. 27 overall prospect for 2026, is expected to be called up from the Double-A Somerset Patriots to the Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders, according to the YES Network's Jack Curry.
New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 28
Yankees’ Aaron Boone shares crucial injury update on pitcher
Once Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodon return from injury, the New York Yankees should have the deepest starting pitching rotation in the American League. They may already do (lead AL with 3.17 ERA).
Giancarlo Stanton News / New York Yankees on SI / April 28
Yankees' Plan for Jasson Domínguez Couldn't Be Clearer After Monday
Former New York Yankees top prospect Jasson Domínguez made his triumphant return to the big leagues on Monday. The minor league call-up was unexpected but needed as there was uncertainty surrounding the health of Giancarlo Stanton, who had missed the prior two games ahead of the team’s series opener against the Texas Rangers.
New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / April 28
Yankees' Elmer Rodriguez Call-Up Is Right Move Despite Tricky Situation
The New York Yankees are making a small change to their starting rotation ahead of their series finale against the Texas Rangers on Wednesday. On Tuesday morning, manager Aaron Boone told the media that pitching prospect Elmer Rodriguez will be making his major league debut.
Ben Rice News / Yardbarker / April 28
Yankees' Ben Rice on incredible pace amid scorching start
Rice is off to a red-hot start in 2026 and has himself on an incredible pace as a result.
New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 28
Yankees To Recall Elmer Rodríguez For MLB Debut
The Yankees will recall highly-regarded pitching prospect Elmer Rodríguez this week, as first reported by Yankees Farm. Manager Aaron Boone tells Talkin’ Yanks that the 22-year-old righty will start Wednesday’s game against the Rangers.
Carlos Rodon News / Athlon Sports / April 28
Yankees’ Carlos Rodon Makes Personal Announcement
There is always attention surrounding Carlos Rodon when he takes the mound, but this week, the New York Yankees left-hander made headlines for something away from baseball.
New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / April 28
Yankees get potential Anthony Volpe injury return date
The New York Yankees continue to wait for the recovery of former star prospect Anthony Volpe.
MLB News / Total Pro Sports / April 28
Yankees Fan Tries To Show Off In Front Of His Girlfriend, Gets Dropped By 2 Rangers Fans In Wild Scene
Cameras caught a wild brawl between a New York Yankees fan and a Texas Rangers supporter during Monday’s game at Globe Life Field. Just two weeks ago, a video went viral of New York Yankees fans fighting each other in the team’s 11-4 home loss to the Los Angeles Angels.
Giancarlo Stanton News / Larry Brown Sports / April 28
Yankees announce a major Giancarlo Stanton injury development
Giancarlo Stanton will miss more time after the New York Yankees made the decision to place the slugger on the 10-day injured list. The Yankees made the move on Stanton after an MRI showed a “low-grade” calf strain, via Greg Joyce of the New York Post.
New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / April 28
Will Warren vs. Ryan Weathers: Who's Most Likely to be Moved to Yankees' Bullpen?
The New York Yankees have one of baseball's best starting rotations. Max Fried, Cam Schlittler, Will Warren, and Ryan Weathers have been outstanding more often than not whenever they've stepped on the mound, allowing the Yankees the chance to beat Major League Baseball's top contenders on any given night.
Giancarlo Stanton News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 28
Yankees To Place Giancarlo Stanton On Injured List
The Yankees are placing Giancarlo Stanton on the 10-day injured list with a “low-grade” strain of his right calf, manager Aaron Boone told reporters (relayed by Erik Boland of Newsday).
New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / April 27
Yankees recall Jasson Dominguez
The Yankees are calling up outfielder Jasson Dominguez from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
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