Al Leiter: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Yankees place RHP Mark Leiter Jr. on 15-day IL

The New York Yankees placed relief pitcher Mark Leiter Jr. on the 15-day injured list on Tuesday, retroactive to Monday. The 6-foot, 210-pound righty, who lands on the IL with a left fibular head stress fracture, said he suffered the knee injury while covering first base during New York's 5-4 loss against the Cincinnati Reds on June 24.

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MLB Draft profile: Florida State RHP Cam Leiter

With the 2025 MLB Draft coming this Sunday evening from Atlanta, the last few mock drafts are rolling in this week. On Monday, the staff at Baseball America conducted their own staff draft, which they pointed out was not a projection but rather an exercise in which staff writers alternated selections.

MLB News / Bluebird Banter / April 30

Today in Blue Jay History: Jays Trade Barfield for Leiter

36 Years Ago Today April 30, 1989 (the day after my son’s birthday, happy day after your birthday, Dwight), the Blue Jays traded right fielder Jesse Barfield to the Yankees for Al Leiter.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / April 3

Much-Needed Adjustments Already Paying Massive Dividends for Texas Rangers Rookie

The season is still young, but Jack Leiter already looks like a completely different pitcher for the Texas Rangers. Last year was a disaster for Leiter, who struggled after making his MLB debut last April.

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Texas Rangers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 29

Rangers’ Jack Leiter drops truth bomb after stellar first 2025 start

The Texas Rangers exuded confidence in pitcher Jack Leiter to take on the Boston Red Sox on Friday. Leiter returned with a solid performance, including

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / March 28

Watch: Texas Rangers Pitcher Hit by Catcher’s Toss as Red Sox Aces Laughs

Baseball is one of those games that features some unique moments, and one came on Friday night between the Texas Rangers and Boston Red Sox. Jack Leiter made his first start of the season for the Rangers, with Jonah Heim behind the plate.

Texas Rangers News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 28

Texas Rangers' Top Prospect Overcomes Scary Moment To Make Season Debut on Friday

The Texas Rangers dropped the opener on Thursday, losing to the Boston Red Sox at Globe Life Field. The two teams will take the field again on Friday, with Rangers' top prospect Jack Leiter getting the ball on the mound.

Texas Rangers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 18

Rangers future star pitcher gets 100% real on new weapon

Former first-round draft pick Jack Leiter could get an opportunity to open the season in the Texas Rangers’ rotation after an injury to veteran starter Jon Gray.

Texas Rangers News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 5

Former Top Draft Pick Turning Heads For Texas Rangers Because of Major Changes

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Jack Leiter is generating significant buzz at spring training because of his vastly improved repertoire, according to a recent article from ESPN.

Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / March 3

Texas Rangers Young Pitcher Reveals Biggest Advice From Legendary MLB Father

The Texas Rangers had a disappointing 2024 season in more ways than one. Coming off the high of winning their first World Series title in franchise history in 2023, the Rangers struggled to replicate the same level of success this past year and wound up missing the playoffs.

Texas Rangers News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 1

Jack Leiter reveals dad Al’s advice amid Opening Day roster push

The Texas Rangers called up their 24-year-old pitching prospect Jack Leiter for his MLB debut in April last season. Leiter then spent the year bouncing back and forth between the Rangers and their Triple-A affiliate, the Round Rock Express.

New York Mets News / Talking Chop / February 6

This day in MLB History: Mets trade for Al Leiter

The Mets get in on the massive fire sale going on in Florida with the defending World Series champions 1958: Ted Williams signs a one-year contract with the Boston Red Sox.

MLB News / Pinstripe Alley / January 5

Top NYY Could-Have-Beens: Al Leiter

The very beginning and end of the standout southpaw’s career came in the Bronx; he would just be an All-Star elsewhere. The Leiter family is becoming one of the noble houses of baseball in the modern era, with Mark Leiter Jr.

New York Yankees News / Field Level Media / October 18

Yankees add RHP Mark Leiter Jr. to ALCS roster

The New York Yankees added right-hander Mark Leiter Jr. to their American League Championship Series roster on Friday. Leiter will take the bullpen spot of right-hander Ian Hamilton, who came away with a left calf injury in Game 3 against the Cleveland Guardians.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / September 2

New York Yankees’ Infielder Set to Face Old Friend in Series Opener

When New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe steps into the batter’s box on Monday night, he will see a familiar face standing 60 feet, 6 inches away. On the mound for the Texas Rangers will be right-hander Jack Leiter, the second-overall pick from the 2021 MLB Draft and son of well-known former Yankees and Mets starter Al Leiter.