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New York Yankees News / Just Baseball / January 27

Have the Yankees Been Passed as the Favorite in the AL East?

Three teams from the American League East reached the postseason in 2025, including the New York Yankees. Judging by the offseason acquisitions and moves as the calendar is almost ready to turn to February, it’s very possible three teams from the division may make the postseason again in 2026.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / January 27

Yankees Should Reunite With Veteran First Baseman

Paul Goldschmidt was part of the Plan B for the New York Yankees last year, after Juan Soto departed. The veteran first baseman and former National League Most Valuable Player was meant to take over for Anthony Rizzo, while also providing a stable defense at first, and some semblance of offense.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / January 27

Yankees news: Lombard is the Yankees’ top prospect on another list

The Athletic | Keith Law ($): It’s preseason prospect ranking time. Today, it’s The Athletic. To the surprise of, I assume, literally no one, George Lombard Jr.

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Jazz Chisholm News / Athlon Sports / January 26

MLB Makes Jazz Chisholm Jr. Announcement on Monday

The New York Yankees did not finish the 2025 season as they had hoped, but several individual performances stood out, including that of Jazz Chisholm Jr.

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The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees

The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / January 26

Report: Yankees Looking to add Offensive Depth

The offseason for the New York Yankees is not done yet. They are still looking to add to their offense. The Athletic mentioned on a podcast today that the Yankees are looking to add a right-hand hitting first baseman.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / January 26

Aaron Judge Sends Message to Cody Bellinger After Yankees News

The New York Yankees have not been particularly active this MLB offseason, even as the rest of the American League East has made notable upgrades. However, New York did accomplish its most important task earlier in January by re‑signing outfielder Cody Bellinger to a five‑year, $162.5 million contract.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / January 26

Yankees News & Buzz: 3 positions that still need upgrades; rotation could be a disaster waiting to happen, more

Spring training is inching closer, and while the Yankees have a strong roster, three positions still need upgrades: the bullpen, the starting rotation, and first base, where Ben Rice could use a platoon partner.

Gleyber Torres News / Athlon Sports / January 26

Gleyber Torres Sends Message to Former Teammate After Leaving Yankees

Infielder Gleyber Torres and the New York Yankees had a rough ending to their time together in the Bronx. The 29-year-old debuted for the Yankees in 2018 and immediately established himself as a force in the lineup.

Cody Bellinger News / Field Level Media / January 26

Yankees confirm 5-year deal for OF Cody Bellinger

Cody Bellinger is officially back with the New York Yankees after the club announced a five-year deal with two player opt-outs for the former National League MVP on Monday.

MLB News / Yardbarker

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 / New York Yankees on SI / January 26

Yankees Should Pounce on Top Free Agent

Framber Valdez entered the offseason as one of the better free agents available. It was him and Dylan Cease at the top of the starter market, and both seemed like they could ink big multi-year deals.

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / January 26

This Yankee Slugger Could Secure His Spot In Cooperstown Next Season

The New York Yankees appear to be running it back with pretty much the same roster going into next season, for better or for worse. That includes Trent Grisham and Cody Bellinger, who were both free agents but ended up returning to the Bronx for 2026.

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Paul Goldschmidt News / Fastball on SI / January 26

Paul Goldschmidt Bolsters First Base Market With New Report

There are still some intriguing free agents available across Major League Baseball right now, including former Most Valuable Player Paul Goldschmidt. On Monday, MLB Network's Jon Morosi reported that Goldschmidt is planning to play in 2026 despite not finding a home yet.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / January 26

Former Yankees Teammate Makes Bold Aaron Judge Declaration

The New York Yankees acquired Anthony Rizzo for a handful of prospects during the trade deadline in 2021. The veteran first baseman became fast friends with the team's captain, Aaron Judge.

Hal Steinbrenner News / New York Yankees on SI / January 26

Yankees Legend Defends Hal Steinbrenner For Quiet Offseason

It has been a frustrating offseason for New York Yankees fans. The ball club is continuously in the mix for blockbuster trades and big-time free agent signings, yet the biggest move the Yankees have made so far is bringing Cody Bellinger back on a five-year, $162.5 million deal.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / January 26

50 Most Notable Yankees Free Agent Signings in 50 Years: Alex Rodriguez

One of the things that have always been synonymous with the long and illustrious history of the New York Yankees have been the sheer amount of cash their biggest superstars make.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 26

Yankees’ Carlos Rodon won’t be ready by Opening Day, but at least he can button shirt now

One of the worst parts of getting surgery is the rehabilitation process. There are a lot of stories of athletes struggling in rehab due to their suddenly limited movement capabilities.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / January 26

Three Yankees Pitchers Who Must Step Up In 2026

It's no secret the New York Yankees will be without Carlos Rodon and Gerrit Cole for quite some time, but that doesn't mean they aren't equip to make a run.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / January 26

Yankees Birthday of the Day: Brian Doyle

)" data-portal-copyright="" /> If not for his World Series heroics, Brian Doyle would likely have joined the long list of players to have played for the Yankees but faded into obscurity.

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / January 25

Three Rising Yankees Prospects To Watch for the 2026 Season

The official Major League Baseball Pipeline rankings have recently been released, and there is noise in the New York Yankees farm system. The Yankees have a handful of prospects to pay attention to in 2026. Month by month, top prospect rankings shuffle back and forth.

Max Scherzer News / Yardbarker / January 26

Three teams that should take a chance on Max Scherzer

Scherzer might not be a Cy Young contender anymore, but he still might have something valuable left in the tank.

Scherzer is not ready to hang up the cleats just yet

Veteran infielder Hanser Alberto announces retirement

Pirates are still open to bringing their longtime star back

Andrew McCutchen calls out Pirates for snubbing him

Sneaky-good moves the Yankees should make to shake up roster

Why the White Sox could be surprisingly good in 2026

Aaron Boone News / Empire Sports Media / January 24

Yankees News & Buzz: Aaron Boone talks roster; 4 Yankees make MLB Pipeline’s top 100 prospects list, more

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone thinks he has a roster that is ready to compete, while down in the farm, four prospects made a prestigious list. The team hopes Ryan Weathers becomes one of the steals of the offseason.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 25

Three sneaky-good moves the Yankees should make to shake up their roster

These are three moves that can shake up the Bombers' roster and stop them from fielding the same nine as before.

Padres' Yu Darvish responds to retirement report

Darvish decision can make drastic impact on the Padres

Ronald Acuna Jr. sparks position change rumors with his latest post

Max Scherzer not ready to hang up the cleats just yet

A’s had deal in place for Nolan Arenado prior to D-Backs trade

Kaleb Ort News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 23

Yankees Claim Michael Siani, Designate Kaleb Ort For Assignment

The Yankees announced that they have claimed outfielder Michael Siani off waivers from the Dodgers. Los Angeles designated him for assignment earlier this week to open a roster spot for Kyle Tucker.