New York Yankees: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Carlos Lagrange News / Minor League Baseball on SI / September 16

Yankees Prospect Carlos Lagrange Makes Anticipated Return to Triple-A Mound

New York Yankees pitching prospect Carlos Lagrange has been on the shelf since late June with a right shoulder capsular sprain. But on Wednesday, the hard-throwing righty toed the rubber in the minors for the first time in over two months.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 16

Yankees rookie Spencer Jones joins Aaron Judge club nobody wants in loss to Twins

New York Yankees rookie Spencer Jones joined an unwanted club Wednesday, striking out five times in a 5-4, 13-inning loss to the Minnesota Twins at Target Field.

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The 'Most 35-HR, 100-RBI seasons' quiz

How many of the 36 players to reach the 35-home run and 100-RBI milestones in the same season at least five different times can you name in five minutes?

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Aaron Judge News / Pinstripe Alley / September 16

Yankees lose 13-inning slog after early exit from Aaron Judge

“Nobody wants to win anymore.” That was the only slightly hyperbolic thought that entered my mind as the Yankees and Twins engaged in an utter slog, the first act of which took the form of a normal Yankee loss.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 16

Brutal George Lombard Jr. error results in walk-off Twins win vs. Yankees

The Minnesota Twins avoided the sweep over the New York Yankees with a walk-off win in the 13th inning. Yankees’ shortstop, George Lombard Jr., could not come up with the routine ground ball, and it went into the outfield, allowing Twins’ Luke Keaschall to score after rounding third base.

Aaron Judge News / Field Level Media / September 16

Yankees slugger Aaron Judge (leg tightness) exits vs. Twins

New York slugger Aaron Judge exited in the sixth inning of Wednesday's game against the Minnesota Twins because of tightness in his lower right leg, the Yankees announced.

Aaron Judge News / Larry Brown Sports / September 16

Yankees announce Aaron Judge injury update after leaving the game

New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge made his return on September 8 after missing more than three months with an injury. On Wednesday, Judge left the game in the sixth inning against the Minnesota Twins.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

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New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 16

Yankees’ Aaron Boone drops big Trent Grisham injury update

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone provided a positive update on Trent Grisham’s injury recovery on Wednesday. The 29-year-old was placed on the injured list on September 5 after being diagnosed with a Grade 2 right hamstring strain.

New York Yankees News / Viral Sports News / September 16

Yankees’ Aaron Boone Doesn’t Hold Back About Anthony Volpe

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said Anthony Volpe looks more grounded at the plate after mechanical adjustments the infielder made during a month in Triple-A, comments that arrived as the Yankees chased a series sweep of the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 16

Yankees reveal Aaron Judge's injury status after concerning exit vs. Twins

The hearts of fans of the New York Yankees sank in the sixth inning of Wednesday's loss to the Minnesota Twins when Heliot Ramos stepped to the plate.

Yankees part ways with fan-favorite utilityman Oswaldo Cabrera

Dodgers announce reason for Blake Snell's early departure

Why Yoshinobu Yamamoto should start first game of postseason for Dodgers

Former Mets GM blasts team's decision to part ways with Pete Alonso

Report reveals Rafael Devers’ future with Giants

Carlos Lagrange News / Viral Sports News / September 16

Yankees Make Massive Carlos Lagrange Announcement

The New York Yankees entered Wednesday’s series finale against the Minnesota Twins already assured of a postseason berth, and they also won the first two games of their set against the Twins.

Clarke Schmidt News / Field Level Media / September 16

Yankees reinstate RHP Clarke Schmidt from 60-day IL

The New York Yankees returned right-hander Clarke Schmidt from his rehab assignment on Wednesday, giving him a chance to make his first MLB appearance since July 3, 2025.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / September 16

Yankees part ways with fan-favorite utilityman Oswaldo Cabrera

Cabrera was designated for assignment amid another roster move by the Yankees.

Ex-Yankees pitcher makes his case for Cam Schlittler as an AL MVP candidate

Aaron Judge crushes first HR in months as Yankees clinch playoff berth

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Cam Schlittler News / Just Baseball / September 16

Cam Schlittler Has Wrapped Up the AL Cy Young Race

Postseason baseball is right around the corner, which means it’s time to analyze a certain starting pitcher who seems to have American League Cy Young honors pretty much wrapped up with a bow.

New York Yankees News / Viral Sports News / September 16

New York Yankees Announce Decision on 27-Year-Old Pitcher

The New York Yankees optioned 27-year-old right-hander Bradley Hanner to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre after Tuesday night’s game, ending his second brief stay in the majors this season, via the MLB transaction log.

Cody Bellinger News / Just Baseball / September 16

7 to 22: The Swing That Revived Cody Bellinger’s Career

All Micah Franklin ever did was hit. In the minor leagues, MLB, KBO, and NPB, it didn’t matter. After a career of waiting for his shot, he translated all

John Schreiber News / New York Yankees on SI / September 16

John Schreiber Experiment Is Paying Huge Dividends at Backend of Bullpen

The New York Yankees added Luis Garcia Jr. and Heliot Ramos ahead of the trade deadline, but the big concern, the bullpen, was an area where Brian Cashman walked away empty-handed.

Clarke Schmidt News / Athlon Sports / September 16

Yankees Player Set to Return After 151 Missed Games

The New York Yankees are set to get right-hander Clarke Schmidt back after a 14-month rehabilitation process. Manager Aaron Boone said Schmidt will be activated from the 60-day injured list during the Yankees’ road series against the Minnesota Twins, Gary Phillips of the New York Daily News reported on X.

Dax Kilby News / New York Yankees on SI / September 16

Why Dax Kilby Playing in the Arizona Fall League Is Perfect Proving Ground for His Development

The New York Yankees didn't send their top minor league prospects to the Arizona Fall League in 2025, but they will be sending their biggest headliner this time around.

Clarke Schmidt News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 16

Yankees Likely To Activate Clarke Schmidt On Wednesday

The Yankees are likely to reinstate Clarke Schmidt from the 60-day injured list before Wednesday’s series finale in Minnesota, manager Aaron Boone told Gary Phillips of The New York Daily News.

New York Yankees News / Field Level Media / September 15

Spencer Jones, Cody Bellinger power Yankees to rout of Twins

Spencer Jones belted a three-run home run, Cody Bellinger hammered a two-run shot, and the New York Yankees cruised to an 8-1 win over the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday in Minneapolis.

Cam Schlittler News / Larry Brown Sports / September 15

Ex-Yankees pitcher makes his case for Cam Schlittler as an AL MVP candidate

The New York Yankees have the second-best record in the American League with 87 wins entering Tuesday. That includes a long absence from reigning AL MVP winner Aaron Judge, who has played just 65 games due to injury.

New York Yankees News / Stadium Rant / September 15

Yankees' Postseason Predicament Is Exposing MLB’s Critical Flaw

The New York Yankees are a very good baseball team. Major League Baseball’s outdated system is failing to reward them for that. The Yankees have proven to be one of baseball’s premier threats once again this season, even managing to withstand a lengthy absence from captain and resident superstar Aaron Judge.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 12