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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.

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Yankees place DH Giancarlo Stanton (calf) on IL

The New York Yankees placed designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton on the 15-day injured list Tuesday due to a right calf strain. The move is retroactive to Saturday.

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 / Pinstripe Alley / April 28

José Caballero did exactly what was asked of him in Anthony Volpe’s absence

We don’t know exactly when, but Anthony Volpe is nearing a return to the Yankees. Once the team ends his rehab assignment and brings him back to the big leagues, the expectation is that Volpe will resume his duties as the starting shortstop or, at the very least, play the majority of games there going forward.

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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?

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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.

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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 / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 28

Aaron Boone confirms Carlos Rodon’s next steps for Yankees injury return

The New York Yankees have been off to a strong start overall to the 2026 campaign. New York has been winning in spite of the fact that a few pitchers are hurt, including Carlos Rodon.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / April 28

So, who on the Yankees is allowed to challenge balls and strikes?

I’m writing this before the Yankees take on the Rangers Monday night, so it’s subject to change, but at this moment Jazz Chisholm Jr. is the worst player in baseball when it comes to the ABS challenge system.

Aaron Boone News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 28

Aaron Boone Teases Yankees Rotation Tweak Involving Elmer Rodriguez

The New York Yankees are expected to give one of their top pitching prospects the chance to make his major league debut sooner than some fans may have anticipated.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / April 28

Yankees Birthday of the Day: Tom Sturdivant

The late 1950s were among the best of times in the rich history of the New York Yankees. While the likes of Mickey Mantle, Yogi Berra, and Whitey Ford made the headlines, those years featured deep rosters for the Bombers, including exemplary depth and talent on the mound.

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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.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / April 28

Yankees to call up top prospect Elmer Rodríguez

In a bit of surprising news, the Yankees will be calling up one of their top pitching prospects, Elmer Rodríguez, to make a spot start this week. Aaron Boone confirmed today that Rodríguez would start tomorrow afternoon’s series finale with the Rangers.

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New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 28

Yankees’ Aaron Judge, Ben Rice join Mickey Mantle, Yogi Berra with ‘hold your beer’ moment

The New York Yankees have the most home runs in the majors, having hit 46 of them. It is not just Aaron Judge hitting bombs, but Ben Rice is also joining in on the dinger parade.

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.

Yankees get potential Anthony Volpe injury return date

MLB check-in: Red Sox in turmoil, Braves' hot start, Pirates' big week

Yankees recall Jasson Dominguez

The '2022 MLB home run leaders' quiz

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / April 28

Ben Rice Off to a Hotter Start than Juan Soto in his Lone Year with the Yankees

Jack Leiter has all the tools to be one of the great pitchers in baseball. He certainly has the familial pedigree for it. Allowing four earned runs in six innings looks worse than his actual pitching.

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.

Yankees To Place Giancarlo Stanton On Injured List

Yankees recall Jasson Dominguez

MLB check-in: Red Sox in turmoil, Braves' hot start, Pirates' big week

The '2022 MLB home run leaders' quiz

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.

Cam Schlittler News / Field Level Media / April 28

Cam Schlittler, Yankees push to keep cruising vs. Rangers

Cam Schlittler's second season in the majors is going well. Jacob deGrom's second full season following his recovery from elbow surgery also is off to a strong start.

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 / Fastball on SI / April 27

Yankees’ Aaron Judge, Ben Rice Are MLB’s Most Dangerous Duo

The New York Yankees faced off against the Texas Rangers on Monday night and a bit of history was made. Aaron Judge and Ben Rice have both been mashing at an impressive rate to kick off the season.

Paul DeJong News / Athlon Sports / April 27

Yankees Facing Roster Dilemma After Paul Dejong’s Decision

The New York Yankees are coming off a 7-4 loss to the Houston Astros, but still look strong as the top team in the American League East as they prepare to face the Texas Rangers.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / April 27