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Luis Gil Has a Lot to Prove to Yankees During Final Week of Regular Season

It's funny to think that at one point it felt like sacrilege to even consider trading Luis Gil for anyone. Here was the prospective American League Rookie of the Year who held it down in the rotation while Gerrit Cole was sidelined for much of 2024, and the Houston Astros wanted him as the centerpiece of a trade for Kyle Tucker.

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Should the Yankees use Cam Schlittler in Game 1 or 2 of the Wild Card Series?

The New York Yankees have punched their ticket to the 2026 MLB Playoffs and, barring a late surprise, will face the Boston Red Sox in the AL Wild Card Series with all games being played in Yankee Stadium.

New York Yankees News / CBSSports.com / September 22

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New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / September 22

Yankees Birthday of the Day: Urban Shocker

If you were to make a lineup of the all-time best Yankees based solely on having fun names, Urban Shocker would have a strong argument to be the starting pitcher, however he was also much more than that.

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The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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New York Yankees News / HITC / September 22

Carlos Rodon explains how Cam Schlittler is ‘rage baiting’ Yankees manager Aaron Boone

The New York Yankees appear to be in a relaxed mood as they gear up for the playoffs ahead of the final regular games of the season. Although the Yankees have failed to win either of their last two games against the Arizona Diamondbacks, Aaron Boone’s victory celebration has been thrown into the spotlight.

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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.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / September 22

Yankees prospects: Week 26 minor league recap

That’s all, folks. We’ve reached the end of the road for the 2026 minor league season. The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders officially concluded things on Saturday, which also served as a retirement for the RailRiders (shoutout Clint Frazier).

Pete Alonso News / Pinstripe Alley / September 22

Yankees Rivalry Roundup: Alonso powers O’s as Jays stumble in Wild Card chase

For the last few months, this space has featured the Rays heavily, given there was real intrigue about whether they or the Yankees would end up with the AL East title.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / September 22

What do the Yankees need to see in the last week?

The regular season is coming to a close, and there’s just two series left in the regular season for the Yankees to play — the Rays and the Orioles are coming into town for four and three games, respectively.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / September 22

Yankees news: Sweep or weep

MLB.com | Bryan Hoch, Adam Berry: The long and winding season is coming to a close, and the Yankees find themselves six games back of the Rays with just seven games remaining.

Aaron Judge News / EssentiallySports / September 22

'That’s a Different Animal': Aaron Judge’s Injury Sparks Brutal Warning From Ex-Yankees Manager

The New York Yankees progressed through the regular season, anticipating Aaron Judge’s return to the lineup after his injury. After 99 days, Judge returned, much to the Yankees’ relief.

Anthony Volpe News / Sport Relay / September 21

Anthony Volpe’s Recent Success More Than a Feel-Good Story

When Anthony Volpe was optioned to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on August 3, many assumed his run with the New York Yankees was over. After all, the 25-year-old had never posted an OPS above .670 in four major league seasons, committing 56 errors in the process.

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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.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / September 21

4 Yankees With the Most on the Line in Final Stretch of Regular Season

The New York Yankees are aiming to make their deepest playoff run yet. Although the Bronx Bombers will almost certainly enter the postseason as a wild card and without Aaron Judge, they still have plenty of talent to stack up against the best teams in baseball.

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The 'NFL all-time passing leaders' quiz

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The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz

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Aaron Judge News / Viral Sports News / September 21

Yankees Slammed With Terrifying Aaron Judge Injury Update

The New York Yankees received a sobering reminder this week that their postseason plans may have to proceed without Aaron Judge. Just seven days after the captain returned from a 60-day injured-list stint for a fractured rib, the club placed him back on the IL with a calf strain.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / September 21

Everything That Could Change For the Yankees With Private Equity Deal

While the New York Yankees steadily make news on the field coming off their six-game road trip as they prepare for another postseason under manager Aaron Boone, the ownership group is also generating headlines.

Clarke Schmidt News / Athlon Sports / September 21

Clarke Schmidt Downplays Latest Injury Following Yankees Game

Clarke Schmidt downplayed the latest issue involving his right arm after the New York Yankees’ 8-4 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks on Sunday. Schmidt was unavailable to pitch because of biceps cramps, according to Bob Nightengale of USA TODAY.

New York Yankees News / EssentiallySports / September 21

'Woefully Unexposed': Yankees’ Gamble Comes Back to Haunt Them as Injuries Spark Playoffs Concern

During the August 3 trade deadline, Brian Cashman solely focused on securing backups for captain Aaron Judge. In the process, he did not deal with one of the New York Yankees’ biggest problem areas: the bullpen.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 20

D-backs strive to make more 'magic' happen vs. Yankees

Arizona manager Torey Lovullo said he felt "a little bit of magic" in a 5-3 walk-off win over the New York Yankees on Saturday, the night the Diamondbacks celebrated the 25th anniversary of their 2001 World Series title.

Spencer Jones News / Viral Sports News / September 20

New York Yankees Announce Spencer Jones Injury Update

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone made it clear after Saturday’s loss that Spencer Jones remained an option even if he never left the bench. The Yankees