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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

A case against the Yankees signing 3B Alex Bregman

Rumors of the New York Yankees’ interest in signing third baseman Alex Bregman have circulated for awhile. Data shows that would be a terrible idea for the Bombers.

Max Holloway makes massive announcement about UFC future

After a failed attempt to reclaim the featherweight belt against Ilia Topuria at UFC 308, Max Holloway hinted that he wouldn’t try again. On Saturday, "Blessed" verified that he’s likely finished with the 145-pound division, in part because of his love for ramen.

Yankees commentator is right about Juan Soto and the Yankees

The New York Yankees have a lot to work on this offseason, including deciding whether or not to offer Juan Soto something near the $700 million he’s seeking in free agency.

Merab Dvalishvili again says he’ll fight Umar Nurmagomedov

Dvalishvili has claimed multiple times that he’s willing to take on Nurmagomedov. But every claim the champion makes comes with an argument that Nurmagomedov isn’t ready for a title shot.

Henry Cejudo believes Khamzat Chimaev will get title shot over Sean Strickland

Chimaev did just take out Robert Whittaker, the No. 3 middleweight contender, in spectacular fashion at UFC 308.

ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith 'disgusted' by Aaron Judge’s playoff performance

Judge has shown a crystal-clear pattern of failure after the regular season.

Dricus Du Plessis calls out Khamzat Chimaev for future fight

When Khamzat Chimaev broke Robert Whittaker’s jaw while submitting him in their middleweight bout on Saturday at UFC 308, he declared himself past due for a title fight.  Current middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis wholeheartedly agreed with the now 14-0 Chimaev.

Max Holloway is stoked for Ilia Topuria-Alexander Volkanovski rematch

After Ilia Topuria defeated Max Holloway at UFC 308 to retain his featherweight belt, UFC president Dana White hinted that Alexander Volkanovski could be next up to challenge the title holder. 

Aaron Judge desperately needs to have a great World Series

Lost in the revelry surrounding the New York Yankees’ long-awaited return to the World Series is one disturbing fact. Aaron Judge still can’t hit in the playoffs.

Aaron Rodgers disputes his most embarrassing pick from Jets' loss

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers threw two picks to help the Pittsburgh Steelers trounce the New York Jets 37-15 on Sunday. But Rodgers’ most embarrassing pick of the day came while he was on the bench having a Gardner Minshew moment.

Joe Torre gives Yankees' Aaron Boone some World Series advice

After leading the New York Yankees to six World Series appearances, Joe Torre knows a thing or two about what Aaron Boone is about to go through. So what advice does Torre have for the Yankees' current skipper?

Ilia Topuria says if he can’t take BMF belt, he’ll make it worthless

Veteran MMA fighter Max Holloway said his BMF belt isn’t up for grabs when he takes on Ilia Topuria for the featherweight title at UFC 308. Perhaps unhappy that he’s the only one risking it all in the fight, Topuria dropped a logic bomb to obliterate Holloway’s stinginess.

Four key Yankees love hitting at Dodger Stadium

The 2024 World Series begins on Friday in Los Angeles and even though the New York Yankees are on the road, they should feel right at home when they step up to the plate.

Giancarlo Stanton taking the right approach to playoffs

With a 3-1 ALCS lead over the Cleveland Guardians, the New York Yankees are all but guaranteed a trip to the 2024 World Series, right? No, says Stanton.

Yankees' Gleyber Torres is quietly putting together a strong postseason career

Torres’ postseason performance might not be enough to keep him in pinstripes. But if he helps the Yankees win their first World Series since 2009, there will always be a special place in the Bronx for him.

Yankees manager Aaron Boone pulling all the right strings

Following an up-and-down regular season, the New York Yankees are rolling in October. What’s the difference? Other than the hot hitting of Giancarlo Stanton, a few key decisions by Aaron Boone have driven the Bombers’ success so far.

Dricus Du Plessis may be overly confident going into next fight

As the reigning, defending UFC middleweight champion, Dricus Du Plessis has earned bragging rights. So no one should be surprised at his recent X post predicting he’ll finish Sean Strickland, his likely next opponent.

Letting Anthony Rizzo play through pain is risky move for Yankees

Just two weeks and a couple of days since getting hurt, Rizzo is in the lineup for the first game of the ALCS.

Yankees' intensity could be reason for postseason success

The New York Yankees have an edge to them this year.

Giancarlo Stanton could be unlikely hero to lead Yankees to title

The New York Yankees needed a hero heading into Game 3 of the ALDS, with Aaron Judge faltering, Juan Soto walking and the rest of the lineup doing almost nothing.

Yankees' Aaron Judge is becoming offensive version of postseason Clayton Kershaw

New York Yankees superstar Aaron Judge is an incandescently brilliant regular-season hitter. But when he steps into more meaningful games in October, his light flickers — and often goes all the way out.

Yankees' Anthony Rizzo making an impact despite not playing in ALDS

The New York Yankees are missing a key veteran in Anthony Rizzo as they begin their march to a 28th championship. The 35-year-old first baseman is still contributing to his team’s success by mentoring his replacements.

Aaron Judge takes blame for Yankees' past failures: 'It eats at me'

New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge is nothing if not a leader.