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Why Yankees’ series win over Marlins should frighten AL East

The first few series of the New York Yankees’ 2026 season have offered reasons to speculate just how far the team could go. Their most recent set against the Miami Marlins was no exception as they showcased exactly why the group should strike fear into the hearts of their American League East counterparts.

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Yankees Birthday of the Day: Ken Clay

As we here at Pinstripe Alley continue to do our daily feature highlighting a Yankee birthday of the day, we’re probably going to come upon situations where someone we write about happens to have been in the news recently.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / April 6

Yankees prospects: Spencer Jones’ slam leads Scranton blowout

Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders: W, 16-5 at Rochester Red Wings LF Jasson Domínguez 2-6, 2 RBI, 2 K 2B Oswaldo Cabrera 2-5, 1 HR, 1 RBI, 3 R,

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / April 6

How concerning is the Yankees’ bullpen?

The Yankees have gotten off to a 7-2 start, the best in the American League, and there’s obviously a lot going well to support that strong record. However,

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The 'Active MLB wins leaders' quiz

How many of the active pitchers to win at least 80 games can you name in five minutes?

The '2026 Opening Day starting pitchers' quiz

The 'Most MLB Opening Day K's by team' quiz

The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

Giancarlo Stanton News / Pinstripe Alley / April 6

Yankees news: Stanton shows off small ball skills

MLB | Bryan Hoch: Who said Giancarlo Stanton was just a stationary slugger? In Saturday’s 9-7 comeback win against the Marlins, Stanton showed that he has more tools in his bag besides clobbering homers.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas

Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues

Three comeback arms to watch in National League East

Five X factors in the AL Central

Max Fried News / Pinstripe Alley / April 5

Bullpen can’t hold lead, Yankees fall to Marlins

And on the third start did his ERA rise. Yes, Max Fried finally allowed a man to score, indeed early in Sunday’s rain-delayed series finale with the Marlins.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / April 5

Yankees Social Media Spotlight: Let the good times roll

It’s Sunday once more, and you know what that means — it’s time for our weekly social media roundup! When we last met, the Yankees had gotten off to a strong start, sweeping the San Francisco Giants while allowing just one run in three games.

Giancarlo Stanton News / New York Yankees on SI / April 5

Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton the Consummate Transplant New Yorker

Giancarlo Stanton's deal with the New York Yankees got off on a rocky footing with a string of injury-laden years, but since that 2024 postseason run, he has been the most dependable bat in big moments.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / April 5

Is Ryan McMahon's performance becoming a concern for Yankees?

Is it time to worry about McMahon?

Yankees rotation to get boost

Orioles' Chris Bassitt drilled by line drive in rough outing vs. Pirates

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / April 5

Yankees rotation to get boost on Friday

Their fifth starter will make one more rehab outing on Sunday before potentially being activated ahead of their game against the Rays at Tropicana Field.

Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton records first regular-season steal since 2020

The '2022 MLB home run leaders' quiz

Carlos Rodon News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 5

Yankees’ Carlos Rodon provides crucial injury update

Carlos Rodon will eventually be a key contributor in the New York Yankees’ pitching rotation. There are still more hurdles to cross, but Rodon is taking steps towards making his return to the major league mound.

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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.

Max Fried News / Field Level Media / April 5

On a roll, Yankees to send Max Fried up against Marlins

Max Fried lived up to his billing as a frontline starter in the first season of an eight-year contract signed before the New York Yankees knew just how important he would be because of an injury to Gerrit Cole.

Luis Gil News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 4

Luis Gil To Return To Yankees Next Week

Right-hander Luis Gil is expected to rejoin the Yankees next week, manager Aaron Boone told reporters, including Bryan Hoch of MLB.com. The skipper said Gil will be back with the big-league club on regular rest following his Triple-A start on Sunday.

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The 'NCAA men's basketball champions' quiz

The 'NBA two's leaders by season' quiz

The 'Active 2K-point NBA seasons' quiz

The 'NBA yearly free throw leaders' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 4

Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton records first regular-season steal since 2020

New York Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton is never going to be confused for a base-stealing threat. However, he picked his spot well on Saturday night.

Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton reveals secret to his hot start to the season

Cam Schlittler deals another gem as Yankees rotation looks even stronger

Cal Raleigh and Randy Arozarena turn heads with their interaction after beating the Yankees

The 'MLB active RBI leaders' quiz

Ben Rice News / Last Word On Sports / April 4

Yankees Infielder Off to a Scorching Start at the Plate

That hitter is Ben Rice, of course. The catcher-turned-first-baseman is picking up right where he left off last season, slashing .409/.500/.864 with nine hits, including two homers and four doubles, and eight RBI.

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / April 4

Bronx Burners: Yankees’ Aggressive Identity Shift Is Paying Early Dividends

That’s right, your New York Yankees are the hottest team in baseball, staring 6-1 after defeating the Miami Marlins 8-2 on Friday. The Yankees had a total of six hits in the game, but their patience and baserunning were the difference.

Cam Schlittler News / Stadium Rant / April 4

Why Cam Schlittler Is The Next Great Yankees Pitcher

Cam Schlittler is already making his presence known early in the 2026 MLB season. Following his historic 2025 Wild Card series performance against the Boston Red Sox, the New York Yankees pitcher picked up right where he left off.

Will Warren News / New York Yankees on SI / April 4

Yankees Get Solid Start from their Young Pitcher

Will Warren took the mound for the New York Yankees home opener. When manager Aaron Boone and the organization's brass decided on a four-man rotation, it was an easy move to slot Warren in there.

Aaron Judge News / New York Yankees on SI / April 4

Aaron Judge Pays Tribute to Longtime Yankees Outfielder

Brett Gardner spent 14 years with the New York Yankees. In 1,688 games and 6,614 plate appearances, he hit .256/.342/.398 and amassed 37.3 WAR, according to Fangraphs.

George Lombard Jr. News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 3

Yankees' George Lombard Jr. Dominates in First Double-A Game of 2026

The Somerset Patriots, the Double-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, played their first game of the season on Friday. And shortstop George Lombard Jr.

Brent Headrick News / Empire Sports Media / April 3

NY Yankees’ Brent Headrick keeps turning heads with amazing start of the season

The New York Yankees entered the season with four relievers who stood above the rest when considering age, ceiling, and track record: David Bednar, Camilo Doval, Fernando Cruz, and Tim Hill.

New York Yankees News / Fastball on SI / April 3

MLB Fans Need to Pay Attention to Yankees Right Now

The New York Yankees' starting rotation can do no wrong right now. It has been talked about over and over at this point, but that's because they just keep making more Major League Baseball history.

Cody Bellinger News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 3

Yankees’ Cody Bellinger makes Houdini catch vs. Marlins

The New York Yankees faced off against the Seattle Mariners and got a big 8-2 win to start the series, and they did it in exciting fashion. Cody Bellinger had the play of the game in the ninth inning, when he made this Houdini catch.

Carlos Rodon News / Athlon Sports / April 3

Yankees’ Carlos Rodon Shares Injury Update Before Marlins Game

Carlos Rodon spoke about some hamstring tightness that he sustained early in the week before the Yankees' home opener against the Miami Marlins on Friday. The New York Yankees left-hander called his recent tightness “a bump in the road” on Friday and said he hopes to throw from a mound Saturday.