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New York Yankees News / Viral Sports News / August 28
Yankees’ Gerrit Cole Doesn’t Hold Back on George Lombard Jr.
The New York Yankees fell 5-1 to the Houston Astros on Thursday night at Yankee Stadium and dropped two of three games in the series. Gerrit Cole started and lasted six innings.
Clarke Schmidt News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 27
Yankees pitcher Clarke Schmidt’s pursuit of returning as reliever gets update
For all the highs and lows the New York Yankees have encountered thus far in 2026, they continue to be in an advantageous position as far as their postseason standing is concerned.
MLB News / Pinstripe Alley / August 27
Astros roll over Yankees, take series in Bronx 
I wish there were fewer of these games this year. They’re not fun to talk about, you kind of just want to get the bones down into our CMS and be done with it.
The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz
A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?
Max Fried News / Viral Sports News / August 27
Yankees Get Big Max Fried News Before Facing Red Sox
The New York Yankees closed out their series with the Houston Astros on Thursday night with one eye already on a bigger test waiting at home. A four-game set against the Boston Red Sox begins Friday at Yankee Stadium, and the timing could hardly be more important.
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.
Jazz Chisholm News / Larry Brown Sports / August 27
Details emerge on Jazz Chisholm’s expected offseason outcome
Jazz Chisholm might have to take something of a “prove it” deal this offseason. The New York Yankees infielder Chisholm is expected to have a market this winter but may end up taking a short-term deal with an opt-out after the first season.
Giancarlo Stanton News / HITC / August 27
Giancarlo Stanton’s Yankees future hangs in the balance as MLB insider delivers major verdict
Giancarlo Stanton’s future with the New York Yankees has become increasingly uncertain after ESPN insider Buster Olney offered his view on what could happen next.
Chase Hampton News / Viral Sports News / August 27
Yankees Announce Decision on Imploding Top Prospect
The New York Yankees activated right-hander Chase Hampton from the temporarily inactive list at Double-A Somerset on Thursday, according to the official MiLB transaction log.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 27
Yankees rumors: New York ‘checked in’ on veteran pitcher after Diamondbacks release
The New York Yankees have expressed interest in veteran right-hander Zack Littell after the Arizona Diamondbacks released him. Littell cleared waivers Thursday and became eligible to negotiate with any major league club.
New York Yankees News / Viral Sports News / August 27
Yankees Reportedly Interested in Signing Veteran Pitcher
The New York Yankees have checked in on veteran right-hander Zack Littell after the Arizona Diamondbacks released him this week, a person familiar with the talks said Thursday.
Aaron Judge News / Athlon Sports / August 27
Yankees Facing Decision After Aaron Judge Request
New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge has made it clear how he wants to return to the club, and now the team must decide whether to grant it. Judge is hoping to skip a rehab assignment entirely as he continues working his way back from a rib fracture, according to Gary Phillips of the New York Daily News.
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 / Athlon Sports / August 27
Yankees Showing Interest in Veteran Pitcher Amid Mounting Injuries
The New York Yankees have been decimated by pitching injuries after failing to add any reinforcements at the trade deadline. Those injury woes only got worse Wednesday night when high-leverage reliever Fernando Cruz was revealed to have a partially torn UCL.
New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / August 27
Former Yankees Target Is Available at the Perfect Time as Bullpen Concerns Rise
The New York Yankees almost acquired John King in the Joey Gallo deal back in 2021, but the organization balked at adding him after reviewing his medicals.
Fernando Cruz News / Athlon Sports / August 27
Yankees Face Major Bullpen Questions Amid Fernando Cruz Injury
When the New York Yankees placed struggling reliever Fernando Cruz on the 15-day injured list on Wednesday, the initial diagnosis of right elbow discomfort was an instant red flag.
Giancarlo Stanton News / The Lead / August 27
Did Giancarlo Stanton Play His Last Game as a Yankee?
Back in 2017, the New York Yankees went on an exciting playoff run and came within one win of reaching the World Series. Even though they fell short, the team had a promising young core.
New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / August 27
Trade deadline acquisition Luis Garcia Jr. providing power boost for Yankees
New York Yankees trade deadline acquisition Luis Garcia Jr. has continued to provide the team with a much-needed power boost.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 27
Yankees hope to keep offense in gear in finale vs. Astros
The runs are coming more frequently for the New York Yankees, and they hope it bodes well for a crucial four-game series against the Boston Red Sox this weekend.
Jose Altuve News / Larry Brown Sports / August 27
Jose Altuve makes Yankees fans pay after profane gesture
Jose Altuve was not going to be denied a big play despite hearing loud and profane chants from New York Yankees fans during an at-bat in Wednesday’s game at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, N.Y.
Fernando Cruz News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 26
Fernando Cruz Diagnosed With Partial UCL Tear
Yankees setup man Fernando Cruz has a partially torn UCL, manager Aaron Boone informed reporters after tonight’s win over the Astros (relayed by Brendan Kuty of The Athletic).
Brian Cashman News / Larry Brown Sports / August 26
Notable update emerges on the future of Yankees' Brian Cashman
New York Yankees fans hoping for an end to the Brian Cashman era will once again be out of luck. The longtime Yankees general manager Cashman is expected to receive a contract extension from the team this offseason, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported in a video feature this week.
New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / August 26
Yankees reliever Fernando Cruz's injury raises an important question
Fernando Cruz has been struggling in recent games for the New York Yankees.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 27
New potential timeline for Aaron Judge return to Yankees revealed
What do the latest developments mean for the Aaron Judge's eventual return to the New York Yankees' lineup?
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 26
Red Sox inch closer in AL wild-card race after Jarren Duran's game-winning grand slam; Yankees should be sweating
The New York Yankees should be biting their fingernails after every Boston Red Sox win.
Entertainment News / Yardbarker / August 25
Dolly Parton, the sports world 'Will Always Love You': Five unforgettable sports moments from country icon's life
It's no surprise many around the sports world are paying their respects to Parton. The musical icon was intertwined with sports through several memorable moments at different events throughout her career. With that in mind, here are five.
Justin Topa News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 24
Yankees To Select Justin Topa
The Yankees are planning to call up veteran reliever Justin Topa, reports Joel Sherman of the New York Post. He’s not on the 40-man roster and will thus need to have his contract formally selected.
New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / August 23
Yankees make Ryan Weathers decision after Saturday's exit
The New York Yankees have been unable to get fully healthy at any point this season, and the trend continued Saturday.
Giancarlo Stanton News / Yardbarker / August 22
Giancarlo Stanton suffers another setback during rehab
Just when it seemed that the New York Yankees were receiving positive injury updates surrounding Aaron Judge (ribs) and Giancarlo Stanton (calf), those updates took a turn for the worst on Saturday.
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