New York Yankees: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

New York Yankees News / CBSSports.com / January 8

MLB rumors: Yankees eye Bo Bichette as Cody Bellinger negotiations drag; frontrunners emerge for Kyle Tucker

Here are your hot stove rumors for Thursday, Jan. 8

Cody Bellinger News / New York Yankees on SI / January 8

NL Contender Joins Yankees In Cody Bellinger Chase

Who says you can't go home? Certainly not Cody Bellinger. The free-agent outfielder has made it clear he wants to re-sign with the New York Yankees. But a different kind of reunion could be in the works for the two-time All-Star.

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<h2><a href='/mlb/articles/how_yankees_pivot_after_edward_cabrera_cubs_trade/s1_16754_43303923'>How Yankees Pivot After Edward Cabrera-Cubs Trade</a></h2>

Another one bites the dust. The New York Yankees once again came up short in their quest to bolster the roster for the 2026 season. The Miami Marlins traded right-hander <a href="/mlb/players/edward_cabrera/685649">Edward Cabrera</a> to the Cubs, getting a package of prospects from Chicago.

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<h2><a href='/mlb/articles/the_mlb_home_run_derby_champions_quiz/s1__43299296'>The 'MLB Home Run Derby champions' quiz</a></h2>

MLB held its inaugural Home Run Derby event at the 1985 MLB All-Star Game. How many of the winners can you name in five minutes?

The 'Home run leaders by MLB franchise' quiz

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<h2><a href='https://www.pinstripealley.com/yankees-history-trivia/173323/yankees-history-orlando-hernandez-free-agent-signing-50-years-el-duque-defection'>50 Most Notable Yankees Free Agent Signings in 50 Years: Orlando <nobr>Hernández <img src='/images/icons/icon-open-new.png'></nobr></a></h2>

When signing a talent from a foreign league, you don’t necessarily know what to expect. You can do all the in-person scouting and do all the statistical breakdowns you want, sometimes the jump in talent from another country to the majors ends up being too much to overcome.

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<h2><a href='/nfl/articles/the_25_most_memorable_sports_plays_of_2025/s1__43262073'>The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025</a></h2>

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

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<h2><a href='/mlb/articles/yankees_could_lose_cody_bellinger_to_al_east_rival/s1_16754_43303646'>Yankees Could Lose Cody Bellinger to AL East Rival</a></h2>

In an ideal world, the New York Yankees will re-sign <a href="/mlb/players/cody_bellinger/372539">Cody Bellinger</a>, who will continue to perform at an All-Star level playing alongside reigning American League MVP <a href="/mlb/players/aaron_judge/371816">Aaron Judge</a>.

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<h2><a href='/mlb/articles/why_yankees_must_absolutely_not_trade_jazz_chisholm_jr/s1_17115_43303866'>Why Yankees must absolutely not trade Jazz Chisholm Jr.</a></h2>

The New York Yankees will have multiple goals for the 2026 season. The first thing they want to do is get back to the top of the American League East Division.

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<h2><a href='https://www.pinstripealley.com/yankees-history-trivia/24480981/yankees-history-jason-giambi-birthday-january-8'>Yankees Birthday of the Day: Jason <nobr>Giambi <img src='/images/icons/icon-open-new.png'></nobr></a></h2>

There have been six players in the long history of the Yankees to be born on January 8th. Of them, there’ve been two career minor leaguers who made brief,

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<h2><a href='/mlb/articles/yankees_have_a_controversial_candidate_to_replace_cody_bellinger/s1_13132_43303027'>Yankees have a controversial candidate to replace Cody Bellinger</a></h2>

It's been weeks since the Winter Meetings, and the Yankees have yet to make a splash in free agency.

Yankees reportedly have Cody Bellinger problem

25 current MLB players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

The 'Famous MLB families' quiz

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<h2><a href='/mlb/articles/yankees_fans_not_thrilled_after_edward_cabrera_news/s1_16754_43302997'>Yankees Fans Not Thrilled After Edward Cabrera News</a></h2>

A deal has been made and the New York Yankees once again learned their fate when it came to a player they had long been linked to. The Miami Marlins and Chicago Cubs are finalizing a trade that will send starting pitcher <a href="/mlb/players/edward_cabrera/685649">Edward Cabrera</a> to the NL Central.

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<h2><a href='/mlb/articles/yankees_probably_arent_trading_ryan_mcmahon/s1_16754_43302785'>Yankees Probably Aren’t Trading Ryan McMahon</a></h2>

The always cost-conscious New York Yankees went out of their way to acquire <a href="/mlb/players/ryan_mcmahon/372296">Ryan McMahon</a> from the Colorado Rockies without asking for a penny back from his old club.

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<h2><a href='/mlb/articles/the_25_greatest_pitching_seasons_from_the_modern_mlb_era/s1__42965351'>The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era</a></h2>

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

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<h2><a href='https://www.pinstripealley.com/yankees-editorials-opinions-analysis/173338/new-york-yankees-starting-rotation-pitching-edward-cabrera-gerrit-cole-carlos-rodon-clarke-schmidt-injuries'>The Yankees are running out of rotation options for the 2026 <nobr>season <img src='/images/icons/icon-open-new.png'></nobr></a></h2>

The New York Yankees could be in some trouble when the 2026 season rolls around. After the Chicago Cubs acquired 27-year-old Miami Marlins pitcher <a href="/mlb/players/edward_cabrera/685649">Edward Cabrera</a> in a trade for top outfield prospect <a href="/mlb/players/owen_caissie/718736">Owen Caissie</a>, infielder Christian Hernandez and third baseman Edgardo De Leon, another rotation option was promptly taken off the market.

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<h2><a href='/mlb/articles/should_yankees_sign_former_rookie_of_the_year_candidate/s1_16754_43302608'>Should Yankees Sign Former Rookie Of The Year Candidate?</a></h2>

Maybe it's time for New York Yankees general manager <a href="/mlb/players/brian_cashman/126243">Brian Cashman</a> to put an end to his big-game hunting. Enough about outfielders <a href="/mlb/players/cody_bellinger/372539">Cody Bellinger</a> and Kyle Tucker.

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<h2><a href='/mlb/articles/yankees_gerrit_cole_on_surprising_recovery_timeline/s1_16754_43300945'>Yankees' Gerrit Cole on Surprising Recovery Timeline</a></h2>

The New York Yankees are dying to get ace pitcher <a href="/mlb/players/gerrit_cole/196186">Gerrit Cole</a> back on the mound. Cole, who underwent Tommy John surgery last season, hasn't started a game since the 2024 World Series.

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<h2><a href='/mlb/articles/mets_rumors_latest_prediction_has_new_york_signing_cody_bellinger/s1_17115_43301097'>Mets rumors: Latest prediction has New York signing Cody Bellinger</a></h2>

Where will <a href="/mlb/players/cody_bellinger/372539">Cody Bellinger</a> sign? It has been one of the most popular questions of the MLB offseason. Bellinger has been linked to multiple teams as rumors continue to swirl about where he will ultimately end up.

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<h2><a href='/mlb/articles/yankees_news_insider_explains_why_cody_bellinger_holds_leverage_more/s1_15032_43300854'>Yankees News & Buzz: Yanks strike out in Edward Cabrera’s pursuit; Insider explains why Cody Bellinger holds leverage, more</a></h2>

With pitcher <a href="/mlb/players/edward_cabrera/685649">Edward Cabrera</a> reportedly going to the Chicago Cubs in a trade, Jon Heyman revealed the New York Yankees were never close to getting him. Ouch.

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<h2><a href='/mlb/articles/the_yankees_all_in_gamble_why_the_2026_season_hinges_on_cody_bellinger/s1_17200_43300454'>The Yankees’ All-In Gamble: Why the 2026 Season Hinges on Cody Bellinger</a></h2>

The New York Yankees are coming of their second consecutive 94 win season, making the playoffs. They were able to advance past the Red Sox in the Wild Card series and got curb stomped by the AL Champion Blue Jays in the Divisional series.

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<h2><a href='/mlb/articles/yankees_star_prospect_cracks_top_10_under_20_list/s1_16754_43300414'>Yankees Star Prospect Cracks Top 10 Under 20 List</a></h2>

Having a stellar farm system helps in more ways than one, and it's great to see the New York Yankees have a shortstop in this Top 10. Of the current prospects born in 2005, <a href="/mlb/players/george_lombard_jr/927709">George Lombard Jr.</a>

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<h2><a href='/mlb/articles/yankees_have_cody_bellinger_backup_options/s1_16754_43299873'>Yankees Have Cody Bellinger Backup Options</a></h2>

Like sand through the hour glass, so are the days of the New York Yankees' lives. General manager <a href="/mlb/players/brian_cashman/126243">Brian Cashman</a> reportedly has made multiple offers to free-agent outfielder <a href="/mlb/players/cody_bellinger/372539">Cody Bellinger</a>.

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<h2><a href='/mlb/articles/yankees_linked_to_42_year_old_starting_pitcher/s1_16754_43299553'>Yankees Linked To 42-Year-Old Starting Pitcher</a></h2>

Last year, <a href="/mlb/players/justin_verlander/650">Justin Verlander</a> agreed to a one-year contract worth $15 million. Now, the New York Yankees have a chance to bring him in. After a wild season with the San Francisco Giants, Verlander is back on the market.

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<h2><a href='/mlb/articles/yankees_dealt_unfortunate_trade_news_on_wednesday/s1_17615_43299612'>Yankees Dealt Unfortunate Trade News on Wednesday</a></h2>

The New York Yankees have had a relatively quiet offseason as they attempt to address glaring holes in their starting rotation. With injuries to <a href="/mlb/players/gerrit_cole/196186">Gerrit Cole</a>, Carlos Rodón and <a href="/mlb/players/clarke_schmidt/702830">Clarke Schmidt</a> leaving New York thin behind <a href="/mlb/players/max_fried/508207">Max Fried</a>, general manager <a href="/mlb/players/brian_cashman/126243">Brian Cashman</a> publicly acknowledged his desire for another starter in December.

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<h2><a href='/mlb/articles/yankees_were_never_close_to_edward_cabrera/s1_16754_43299228'>Yankees Were Never Close to Edward Cabrera</a></h2>

The New York Yankees have missed out on another starting pitcher that could have bolstered an injured rotation. Per Bleacher Nation's Michael Cerami, the Miami Marlins are finalizing a deal that will send right hander <a href="/mlb/players/edward_cabrera/685649">Edward Cabrera</a> to the Chicago Cubs.

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<h2><a href='/mlb/articles/yankees_reportedly_have_cody_bellinger_problem/s1_13132_43295443'>Yankees reportedly have Cody Bellinger problem</a></h2>

The New York Yankees have made retaining Bellinger their top priority this offseason. That may be easier said than done.

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<h2><a href='/mlb/articles/yankees_offseason_setting_up_for_disastrous_2026_in_rugged_al_east/s1_17194_43288279'>Yankees’ Offseason Setting Up For Disastrous 2026 in Rugged AL East</a></h2>

Someone needs to remind the New York Yankees that they can actually sign MLB free agents to more than just minor-league contracts. If they need a refresher

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<h2><a href='/mlb/articles/tigers_sign_scott_effross_to_minor_league_contract/s1_13237_43285771'>Tigers Sign Scott Effross To Minor League Contract</a></h2>

The Tigers signed right-hander <a href="/mlb/players/scott_effross/484240">Scott Effross</a> to a minor league contract in December, as per Effross’ MLB.com profile page. Effross has been assigned to Triple-A Toledo, and will presumably be a non-roster invite to the Tigers’ big league spring camp.

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