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Gerrit Cole outduels Chris Sale as Yankees edge Braves again

Gerrit Cole pitched seven strong innings for the host New York Yankees, who hit a pair of homers and earned a 5-4 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Saturday afternoon Aided by solo homers from George Lombard Jr.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / August 8

Yankees’ rookies lead the way in Old-Timers’ Day win over Atlanta

Baseball’s a funny sport. Old-Timers’ Day activities had us awash in the nostalgia of past Yankee greatness. Chris Sale and Gerrit Cole were starting today, two of the defining pitchers of their rapidly-closing era.

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The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz

How many of the most recent players to record five hits in the same MLB game for each franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multi-time Cy Young winners' quiz

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The 'Most HRs in one World Series' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 8

Nationals made a painful admission with Luis Garcia Jr. trade

The Washington Nationals spent the first four months of the season convincing fans that meaningful August baseball had finally returned. Then the trade deadline arrived, and the front office essentially told everyone not to get too comfortable.

Daylen Lile sparks Nationals over Reds with 3-run shot

Yankees make questionable trade with Nationals for Luis Garcia Jr.

The 'MLB 400-HR, 200-stolen bases' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker

Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 8

Former Yankees pitcher Tommy John shares emotional message as he deals with health issues

With the New York Yankees currently battling the Atlanta Braves this weekend, the team also puts notice on the 78th Old-Timers’ Day on Saturday. Though fans look forward to the Yankees’ playoff push as the season winds down, they are also taking in the message sent by former player Tommy John.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 8

Yankees’ Aaron Boone shares latest Giancarlo Stanton injury update

The New York Yankees have played solid baseball this season, despite some of the injuries that they’ve dealt with. One of those injuries was to Giancarlo Stanton, who has been out since April after dealing with a right calf strain.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / August 8

The Yankees Reliever Confidence Index: August Edition

At last Monday’s Trade Deadline, the Yankees had an opportunity to augment a bullpen that, despite ranking second in MLB in both ERA and xERA, seemingly had room for another high-end arm.

MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / August 8

Yankees Now Have a Vital Objective as a Result of Red Sox's Surge

As much as the Yankees may hate it, they now have to take the Red Sox serious as a threat. Boston continues to surge after the All-Star break, capturing its ninth straight victory on Friday to push its record to 64-51.

Paul Goldschmidt News / Viral Sports News / August 8

Yankees Make Paul Goldschmidt Decision Before Braves Game

The New York Yankees revealed their starting lineup Saturday ahead of the second contest in a three-game set against the Atlanta Braves, placing veteran first baseman Paul Goldschmidt in the leadoff spot.

New York Yankees News / Viral Sports News / August 8

Yankees Predicted to Make Critical $126 Million Decision

In the wake of the 2026 MLB trade deadline, the free-agent market is already taking shape in the minds of analysts, and one prediction in particular has drawn the attention of New York Yankees fans.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / August 8

Yankees Birthday of the Day: Anthony Rizzo

Since Don Mattingly’s retirement after the 1995 season, the Yankees have generally filled the first base spot by bringing in an established veteran. First it was Tino Martinez, then it was Jason Giambi, before Mark Teixeira filled that role from 2009 through 2016.

Ryan McMahon News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 8

What Yankees’ Ryan McMahon said after walking off Braves in extra innings

The New York Yankees needed a late offensive breakthrough Friday night, and Ryan McMahon delivered. His walk-off sacrifice fly in the 10th inning secured a 3-2 victory over the Atlanta Braves at Yankee Stadium.

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The '2026 CFB preseason Coach's Poll' quiz

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The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz

George Lombard Jr. News / Pinstripe Alley / August 8

The Yankees are raising their defensive ceiling with George Lombard Jr.

Shortstop is by far the most important position on the infield. Having a capable fielder there brings peace of mind to the rest of the defense and, perhaps more importantly, to pitchers.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 8

Yankees erase late deficit, end Braves' 8-game win streak in extras

Ryan McMahon lifted a sacrifice fly in the 10th inning and the host New York Yankees rallied for a 3-2 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Friday night after a lengthy rain delay before the first pitch.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 7

Red Sox's Payton Tolle has historic outing vs. Athletics

Still shy of his 30th career MLB start, Payton Tolle has already put together a performance worthy of harkening back to a Boston Red Sox legend.

Caleb Durbin plays hero for Red Sox in 13-inning thriller

It's time for Red Sox to move on from Triston Casas

Garrett Crochet open to late-season bullpen role for Red Sox

The 'Multi-time Cy Young winners' quiz

Carlos Rodon News / Field Level Media / August 7

Yankees LHP Carlos Rodon (elbow) headed for rehab assignment

The New York Yankees will send left-handed starting pitcher Carlos Rodon on a minor league rehab assignment Saturday. Rodon, who last appeared in the majors on June 28 before hitting the IL with left elbow inflammation, will throw around 50 pitches on Saturday for Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / August 7

Yankees sign a former Silver Slugger Award winner

The New York Yankees failed to upgrade at catcher during the trade deadline, so now they are going for the next best thing.

Aaron Judge makes bold promise amid injury recovery as notable update emerges

Dylan Cease threatening Cam Schlittler as AL Cy Young favorite

The '2022 MLB home run leaders' quiz

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / August 7

Yankees Sign Veteran Catcher to Minor League Deal

After failing to add a catcher at the trade deadline, the New York Yankees are taking a flier on a veteran backstop. As first reported by Ted Schwerzler of minnesotasportsfan.com, the Yankees and catcher Mitch Garver have agreed to a minor league contract.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 7

Dylan Cease threatening Cam Schlittler as AL Cy Young favorite

While Schlittler has been the frontrunner, Cease's dominant 0.84 ERA with 56 strikeouts since the start of July is giving him the edge as the new favorite to win the award for the first time in in his career.

Blue Jays’ Trey Yesavage Seeing Specialist For Knee Injury

Surging Phillies send Zack Wheeler to face road-weary Blue Jays

Blue Jays' struggles with RISP get even worse with tough loss to Cubs

The 'A.L. Cy Young winners since 1967' quiz

Aaron Judge News / Athlon Sports / August 6

Yankees Facing Troubling Development Amid Aaron Judge's Absence

The New York Yankees are in the middle of a very tight playoff race that's happening in their own division. The Tampa Bay Rays at 68-46 lead the division, followed by the Yankees with a 64-51 record in second, and the surging Boston Red Sox in third at 62-51.