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Yankees News & Buzz: Aaron Boone discusses roster; why Yanks didn’t make an offer to Luke Weaver, more

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone discussed the state of his roster, and while he said it’s very good, he also acknowledged that it’s probably not finished and there will be some tweaks up until spring training. Meanwhile, we now know more about why the Yanks didn’t want Luke Weaver back.

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Yankees news: Paul Blackburn re-signs with New York

Jon Heyman: How about a super-late Saturday night news dump? Just about half an hour before this article was set to go live, Jon Heyman reported that the Yankees were bringing back pitcher Paul Blackburn, who they picked up off the scrap heap in August 2025 in a manner quite similar to how they first acquired Luke Weaver back in 2023.

Anthony Volpe News / New York Yankees on SI / December 20

Alex Rodriguez Points to Anthony Volpe for Yankees Broken Ways

The New York Yankees have long been criticized for being too home run-dependent, and their choices in 2025 were no departure from that narrative. In a

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New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / December 20

Latest Cody Bellinger contract update should delight Yankees

Cody Bellinger may not be as expensive as we feared.

Why trading Jazz Chisholm Jr. would make zero sense for the Yankees

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / December 20

Why trading Jazz Chisholm Jr. would make zero sense for the Yankees

This is why moving the middle infielder would be unbelievably detrimental for the Bombers.

Yankees have one unexpected competitor for Cody Bellinger

Dodgers' latest World Series title comes with luxury-tax bill

Tampa Bay Rays get king's ransom in Brandon Lowe, Shane Baz trades

Orioles acquire needed starter from Rays in what could be an overpay

Pirates need to continue improving even after adding Lowe

Pirates are looking to make another significant addition

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / December 20

A naughty and nice list for the 2025 Yankees

We’re still a few days away from Santa Claus’ overnight flight to deliver gifts around the world, so that gives us more time to think about who should be receiving them.

Aaron Boone News / New York Yankees on SI / December 20

What Aaron Boone's Latest Pitcher Update Means for Yankees

The New York Yankees' offseason has been nothing to write home about, and the team has now lost Michael King from their pool of possible free agent starter.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / December 20

Yankees manager says team still has unfinished business in the offseason

Ninety-four wins can be comforting. They can also be misleading. That number still hangs in the air around the New York Yankees this winter, a reminder that last season’s team was good, deep, and often dominant when healthy.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / December 20

50 Most Notable Yankees Free Agent Signings in 50 Years: Dave Collins

) " data-portal-copyright="" /> Despite the fact that he was then signed to a three-year deal and promised a significant role, the Yankees only started Collins in 85 games that year, as the left-handed hitter struggled heavily—Collins also wasn’t shy about voicing his displeasure in a diminished role.

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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.

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Justin Verlander News / Pinstripe Alley / December 20

Yankees Potential Free Agent Target: Justin Verlander

As the offseason ticks along, more and more free agent dominos begin to fall. With the new year around the corner, the Yankees likely still have some moving to do, particularly when it comes to filling the early season voids in the rotation.

MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / December 20

Yankees Linked to Reds Starter to Help Injured Rotation

The New York Yankees have been linked to nearly every available starting pitcher in the MLB, and now Cincinnati Reds right hander Zack Littell is no exception.

Amed Rosario News / New York Yankees on SI / December 20

Yankees Testing Amed Rosario at New Position

In his return to the New York Yankees, Amed Rosario is ready to learn a new position. Manager Aaron Boone stated that Rosario, who re-signed with the Yankees on a one-year, $2.5 million deal last weekend, is working towards becoming a potential option at first base for the club, per the New York Daily News' Gary Phillips.

Aaron Boone News / FirstSportz / December 20

‘Probably Not Finished,' Aaron Boone Expresses Yankees Are Not Done This Offseason Following Slow Start

As the offseason rolls on, several teams have splashed the cash and added some players to the roster. The one team that has not made many major moves so far is the New York Yankees.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / December 20

Yankees news: Aaron Boone talks Chisholm, Imai, and Rosario

Yahoo! Sports | John Flanigan: Recent weeks have shown that, while the Yankees are not explicitly shopping second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr., they have been willing to listen when teams have inquired about his availability.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / December 20

Yankees announce replacement for Paul Goldschmidt on Friday

First base will have a new look with veteran Paul Goldschmidt now a free agent after spending one year in the Bronx.

Tampa Bay Rays get king's ransom in Brandon Lowe, Shane Baz trades

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New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / December 19

Yankees News & Buzz: Michael King signs elsewhere; Amed Rosario to learn new position, more

The New York Yankees witnessed how the San Diego Padres, late on Thursday, re-signed one of their potential targets, Michael King, to a lucrative deal.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / December 19

Bo Bichette News Could Spell Disaster for Yankees' Jazz Chisholm

The New York Yankees, of course, feel they already have their shortstop of the future in Anthony Volpe (much to fans' dismay.) But, the Pinstripes are also in the market for a superstar hitter, and Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette might just fit the bill, especially after recent comments came to light about him switching positions.

New York Yankees News / Just Baseball / December 19

The Yankees Need More from Anthony Volpe

“The Next Derek Jeter” has been something the New York Yankees have been searching for since Jeter retired in 2014. It wasn’t Didi Gregorius, and it isn’t going to be Anthony Volpe.

Luis Sojo News / The Spun / December 18

Catching Up With Yankees Fan Favorite Luis Sojo

[Editor’s note: This article is from The Spun’s “Then and Now” magazine, featuring interviews with more than 50 sports stars of yesteryear. Order your

Joel Kuhnel News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 18

A’s, Joel Kuhnel Agree To Minor League Deal

The Athletics have agreed to a minor league deal with right-hander Joel Kuhnel, per the team’s transaction log at MLB.com. The Octagon client will compete for a bullpen spot during spring training.

Allan Winans News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 17

Yankees’ Allan Winans Granted Release To Pursue Opportunity In Japan

The Yankees have granted right-hander Allan Winans his release so that he can sign with a team in Japan’s Nippon Professional Baseball, reports Joel Sherman of the New York Post.