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Aaron Case

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Aaron Case is a die hard Yankees fan from upstate New York who fuels his writing with too much coffee. When he's not riding the emotional roller coaster that is the MLB season, he's probably daydreaming and doodling or making beats. Follow him on X @AarontheCase1

Yankees trading for Rockies' Jake Bird would be a mistake 

The New York Yankees still have multiple holes to fill in their roster before MLB’s July 31 trade deadline. One of those holes is in the bullpen.

Why Yankees' trade for All-Star 3B is disappointing

The New York Yankees’ first move ahead of the July 31 MLB trade deadline falls a bit flat.

The case for the Yankees trading Ben Rice at the deadline

The New York Yankees are predicted to make bold moves ahead of the July 31 trade deadline. One particularly daring move they could make is trading away breakout slugger Ben Rice.

Yankees' trade-deadline plans must include these two infielders

As the July 31 MLB trade deadline approaches, the New York Yankees are shopping for everything from bullpen and rotation additions to infield help. Regarding the latter, two infielders are clearly the best options.

Why the Yankees can’t rely on Carlos Rodon

New York Yankees southpaw Carlos Rodon is off to a good start in 2025. But he’s not quite as good as his numbers indicate.

Yankees must part ways with former top prospect

Oswald Peraza shouldn't be in the outfield — he should be out of a job.

Could one concerning trend derail Yankees' championship aspirations?

On paper, the New York Yankees are one of the best MLB teams in 2025. But could one trend prevent them from reaching the ultimate goal.

How Yankees can keep Ben Rice in the lineup

The Yankees have a legendary power hitter returning soon in Giancarlo Stanton. That’s potentially a great thing for everyone invested in the Yankees’ success, except for Rice.

Yankees should be wary of Trent Grisham’s success

New York Yankees outfielder Trent Grisham is playing like a superstar. If he keeps it up all year, he’ll be a hot commodity on the open market. However, the Bombers should be very careful when the time comes to consider bringing him back to the Bronx.

Cody Bellinger-Jasson Dominguez platoon could spark Yankees' offense

Cody Bellinger is paid to be a starter, and forcing him to only play against lefties would rightly anger him. But perhaps a good feather ruffling is the push he needs to get back on track.

Yankees must drop Jazz Chisholm Jr. to the bottom of the lineup

The New York Yankees have a massive hole in the middle of their lineup, and its name is Jazz Chisholm Jr.

Why Yankees must move Devin Williams to setup immediately

The New York Yankees acquired Devin Williams specifically for games like their Friday night contest against the Toronto Blue Jays. Clinging to a 2-1 lead going into the ninth inning, fans smelled victory as Williams took the mound. And then he let them down again.

This season is make-or-break for Yankees SS Anthony Volpe

New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe may be just 23, but he’s already in his third MLB season. He showed signs of good things to come in his first two years, but the shine is beginning to wear off of the once highly-touted prospect.

Yankees may have to get Jasson Dominguez off the field

The Yankees must consider sending Jasson Dominguez down to the minors with an ultimatum: work overtime to fix your defensive game or stay there.

Sean Brady should be second in line for UFC welterweight title

Sean Brady made a major statement on Saturday in London, defeating former welterweight champion Leon Edwards with a guillotine submission in the fourth round of the main event at UFC Fight Night 254.

Only two fights make sense for UFC legend Dustin Poirier's finale

UFC lightweight legend Dustin Poirier is preparing to hang up his gloves after one final fight.

Sean Strickland doesn’t care about the middleweight belt

For UFC middleweight Sean Strickland, the upcoming fight between him and division champion Dricus Du Plessis isn’t about the title. It’s about unfinished business.

Why Yankees should trade whatever it takes for Luis Arraez

The Yankees don’t need to think about this trade. Just give the Padres what they want for their hit machine.

Jasson Dominguez faces spring competition from two Yankees prospects

On paper, the Yankees’ 2025 outfield appears set, with Aaron Judge in right, Cody Bellinger in center and Jasson Dominguez in left. However, two Yankees prospects will have the opportunity to take left field from Dominguez come spring training: Spencer Jones and Everson Pereira.

Why Yankees may have more powerful outfield without Juan Soto

The Bombers’ outfield seems highly unlikely to be as powerful as it was last season. However, a quick numbers crunch indicates otherwise.

Why adding Paul Goldschmidt is Yankees’ worst idea yet

Yankees fans wanted Juan Soto for Christmas this year. Instead, New York gifted them a decent starting pitcher, an underwhelming centerfielder and, worst of all, an aging first baseman in Paul Goldschmidt.

Why Anthony Santander is an awful Juan Soto replacement

The MLB rumor mill is churning out all sorts of Juan Soto replacement ideas for the New York Yankees. One of the worst of those ideas is free-agent right fielder Anthony Santander. 

Why UFC star Dustin Poirier’s BMF tournament may be in the works

A legend of the MMA game, Dustin Poirier has indicated he’s cooking up a special (and bloody) farewell for his fans.

Why Yankees should try to sign Pete Alonso

Reeling from Juan Soto’s decision to sign with the New York Mets, the New York Yankees need to reclaim their mojo. One way they can do that is by making a run at Mets first baseman Pete Alonso.

Watch: Dana White calls Merab Dvalishvili his ‘mini Strickland’

Merab Dvalishvili wasn’t at UFC 310 to fight, but he ended up getting a few punches in anyway.