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Yankees share key update on Ben Rice after his injury scare

The New York Yankees appear to have dodged a bullet on Sunday following an injury scare to first baseman Ben Rice. Rice, who has been one of the best hitters in the majors this season, left Sunday’s game against the Baltimore Orioles after three innings at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, N.Y.

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Yankees option SS Anthony Volpe to Triple-A after rehab stint

The New York Yankees reinstated shortstop Anthony Volpe from his rehab assignment but optioned him to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Sunday. Volpe played four games at Scranton and eight with Double-A Somerset to start the season as he works his way back from offseason shoulder surgery.

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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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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 Trade Rumors / May 3

Yankees Option Anthony Volpe To Triple-A

The Yankees have activated Anthony Volpe from the 10-day injured list and optioned the shortstop to Triple-A, as per a team announcement. Joel Sherman of the New York Post broke the news shortly before the Yankees’ official release.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / May 3

Yankees option former Gold Glove winner to minors

The New York Yankees had a decision to make with shortstop Anthony Volpe.

Yankees make Ben Rice announcement after slugger injures left hand

Braves manager shares worrisome Ronald Acuna Jr. injury update

Twins' 2026 hopes could be dealt death blow with Joe Ryan news

Phillies receive positive Jhoan Duran update

Phillies’ Jesus Luzardo may have turned a corner with strong outing vs. Marlins

Marlins' Max Meyer defying odds in 2026 amid injury-riddled career

Spencer Jones News / Minor League Baseball on SI / May 3

Yankees' Spencer Jones Delivers Multi-Homer Game Against Rehabbing All-Star

New York Yankees outfielder Spencer Jones has become a polarizing prospect in recent years. But for the pundits who believe the lefty-swinging slugger might struggle against major league pitching, his latest Triple-A performance suggests that may not necessarily be the case.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / May 3

Yankees Social Media Spotlight: Banana Ball, featuring Tino Martinez

) It’s Sunday once more, and you know what that means — it’s time for our weekly social media roundup! It was a big week for the Bombers, who finished up a road trip with three games in Arlington, hosted the Savannah Bananas at Yankee Stadium, and came back home for a weekend of Star Wars themed festivities with the Baltimore Orioles.

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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.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 3

Yankees tee off on Orioles to win third straight in 4-game series

Jasson Dominguez scored the tiebreaking run in the sixth inning before hitting a two-run homer and an RBI double during a seven-run eighth as the New York Yankees pulled away for an 11-3 victory over the visiting Baltimore Orioles on Sunday afternoon.

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Ben Rice News / Yardbarker / May 3

Yankees make notable Rice announcement after slugger injures left hand

Yankees make notable Ben Rice announcement after slugger injures left hand against Orioles

Rice's hot start is one reason why the team is first in the American League East.

Yankees could send former Gold Glove winner to minors

Jazz Chisholm addresses claim that he wore AirPod during game

Orioles' starting pitching issues continue in blowout loss to Yankees

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Aaron Judge News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 3

Yankees’ Aaron Judge shows he’s not just a big bat with savage robbery of college teammate

New York Yankees star Aaron Judge is, at worst, the second-best player in baseball. The three-time MVP is most well-known for his offensive prowess. He has three home run titles and five Silver Slugger awards to call his own.

Jazz Chisholm News / Larry Brown Sports / May 3

Jazz Chisholm addresses claim that he wore AirPod during game

New York Yankees infielder Jazz Chisholm is firing back at claims that he was wearing an AirPod in his ear during a recent game. Chisholm was the source of some confusion during a game last Wednesday when he was seen with a white object in his right ear while playing against the Texas Rangers.

Giancarlo Stanton News / Total Pro Sports / May 3

Giancarlo Stanton Injury: Yankees Reporter Shares Latest Update On Slugger’s Progress

Despite his advancing age, Giancarlo Stanton remains an important part of the lefty-heavy New York Yankees lineup. Although he is still a formidable presence in the batter’s box, injuries have persistently dogged the 35-year-old slugger in recent years.

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

The Sign Cody Bellinger Could be Heating Up for the Yankees

Cody Bellinger put the New York Yankees on his back against the division rival Baltimore Orioles. Every time the Orioles seemed to crawl back, it felt like Bellinger would send a ball into the short porch at Yankee Stadium, quelling any rally that Baltimore thought that they could conjure up, in their quest to get to .500 on the season.

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

What Ryan Weathers Took from Max Fried's Toolbox in Latest Start

When the New York Yankees traded for Ryan Weathers, it was hard to imagine they would see the results they did so quickly, especially after he failed to get out of the fifth inning in his first start.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 3

Hits keep coming for Yankees while Orioles having issues making contact

Ben Rice and Cody Bellinger are a pair of potent left-handed bats supporting Aaron Judge in the middle of the New York Yankees' lineup. The duo keyed the previous two wins, and the Yankees attempt to secure another series victory Sunday afternoon when they host the Baltimore Orioles.

New York Yankees News / Larry Brown Sports / May 2

Yankees could send former Gold Glove winner to minors

The New York Yankees may be preparing to ship a regular starter of theirs back to the minor leagues. Ken Rosenthal of FOX Sports revealed Saturday that there is a chance the Yankees will not activate shortstop Anthony Volpe when his rehab assignment expires on Sunday.

Giancarlo Stanton News / Athlon Sports / May 2

Yankees Receive Giancarlo Stanton Injury Update After 6 Missed Games

The New York Yankees have kept their lead at the top of the American League East with a 21-11 record, the best in the American League. The combination of power hitters Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton, with contact hitters Cody Bellinger and Jose Caballero, has helped the team reach the top so far in 2026.