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New York Yankees News / Total Apex Sports / February 26

New York Yankees Slugger Giancarlo Stanton Looking To Play a Full Season In 2026 Despite Everyday Limitations

When a guy who gets paid $32 million a year to hit baseballs tells you he can’t open a bag of chips, you stop and think for a second. That’s exactly what Giancarlo Stanton said this spring.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / February 26

The Yankees’ bullpen is benefiting from internal competition

The Yankees’ bullpen has a little bit of everything. It has All-Star fireballers, sinker specialists, a splitter maestro, a couple of guys who rely on finesse rather than pure stuff, a pitch-to-contact lefty, and a few flawed, but talented arms vying for a couple of spots.

David Bednar News / New York Yankees on SI / February 26

Yankees Eyed Star Closer for Years

David Bednar will be a part of a loaded United States team for the World Baseball Classic before returning to the Bronx, assuming closer duties for the New York Yankees once again.

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New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 26

Yankees news Radio host stumps for Alex Rodriguez’s jersey retirement after CC Sabathia news

On Thursday, the New York Yankees announced that they were retiring the No.52 of Hall of Fame pitcher CC Sabathia. However, one prominent New York radio host takes somewhat of an umbridge.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Spencer Jones News / Larry Brown Sports / February 26

Yankees slugger hit a home run into the parking lot

New York Yankees outfielder Spencer Jones sure had fans buzzing on Thursday. In the bottom of the 7th inning against the Atlanta Braves at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, Fla., Jones clobbered a monster home run.

MLB News / Pinstripe Alley / February 26

Yankees ride explosive first inning to spring training victory over Braves

The main offseason talking point concerning the Yankees has concerned the phrase “running it back.” Is it a good thing? Is it the greatest misstep in franchise history?

New York Yankees News / Minor League Baseball on SI / February 26

Yankees' Top Prospect Showcases Offensive and Defensive Potential in Spring Training

Many of the biggest names in the New York Yankees' farm system have stood out early in spring training this year. And in one of the team's recent games, the club's top prospect joined the party with highlights on both sides of the ball.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / February 26

Yankees hit three home runs and get solid outing from Elmer Rodriguez in another spring victory

The radar gun doesn’t lie. It hums, it flashes, it tells you exactly how alive a right arm is. And on Thursday afternoon in Tampa, Elmer Rodriguez looked very much alive.

New York Yankees News / Minor League Baseball on SI / February 26

Yankees May Have Next Pitching Star Ready to Break Out

The New York Yankees had a relatively quiet offseason, but appear to be in good shape heading into the 2026 season. They have made a few moves to give themselves a better chance at going deeper in the postseason this year, including re-signing Trent Grisham and Cody Bellinger and trading for Ryan Weathers.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / February 26

Yankees' Chisholm hits first spring HR after making contract demands

Yankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. hits first spring HR after making contract demands

If a new extension is not worked out, Chisholm will be able to test free agency for the first time in his six-year career after the 2026 season ends.

Yankees may not be done adding to roster

CC Sabathia to take his place among Yankees immortals

Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton sounds alarms about physical condition with shocking admission

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

New York Yankees News / Larry Brown Sports / February 26

Giancarlo Stanton claims he can’t open a bag of chips due to elbow injury

New York Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton played in just 77 games in 2025 due to tennis elbow. And, the injury isn’t getting much better. During spring training, Stanton gave an alarming quote about how bad the injury is.

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Giancarlo Stanton News / Field Level Media / February 26

Yankees DH Giancarlo Stanton ready to swing, can't open bag of chips

New York Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton can swing a bat, but don't count on his help opening that bag of Doritos. Stanton enters a third year of fighting through pain and discomfort from epicondylitis -- commonly referred to as tennis elbow -- in both arms and has yet to make an appearance in spring training.

Cam Schlittler News / New York Yankees on SI / February 26

Yankees Manager Reveals Expectations for Cam Schlittler Return

New York Yankees fans have been holding their collective breaths for two weeks ever since rookie pitching sensation Cam Schlittler revealed he was experiencing discomfort in his mid back that kept him off the mound.

Giancarlo Stanton News / Yardbarker / February 26

Giancarlo Stanton make alarming admission about physical condition

Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton sounds alarms about physical condition with shocking admission

Stanton shared a concerning admission regarding his status heading into March.

Yankees may not be done adding to roster

CC Sabathia to take his place among Yankees immortals

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New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 26

1 player Yankees must trade for before Opening Day

The New York Yankees are likely going to perform better than some expect in 2026. The Yankees received some criticism for not making many new additions this past offseason, instead opting to bring players such as Cody Bellinger back.

MLB News / Empire Sports Media / February 26

Why the Yankees’ first impression of Ryan Weathers was so exciting

Everyone should know by now that Spring Training results do not matter, but the Yankees were certainly blown away by what they saw from Ryan Weathers last night against the Washington Nationals.

New York Yankees News / Just Baseball / February 26

Health is Wealth for 2026 New York Yankees Rotation

A lot’s been made of an uncharacteristically inactive winter for the New York Yankees. They added left-handed starter Ryan Weathers in a trade with the Miami Marlins.

Jasson Dominguez News / Larry Brown Sports / February 26

Yankees’ latest addition is a bad sign for Jasson Dominguez

The New York Yankees shored up their outfield depth this week, which may come at the expense of Jasson Dominguez. The Yankees on Wednesday signed veteran outfielder Randal Grichuk, per the New York Post’s Jon Heyman.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / February 25

Yankees' Plan for 2025 Breakout Star has Disaster Written All Over it

New York Yankees starting pitcher Cam Schlittler was dealing with back discomfort early in spring training. According to Bryan Hoch of MLB.com, the right-handed hurler threw 25 pitches to hitters on Wednesday, a significant step forward amid the previous injury concern.