New York Yankees: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Ben Rice News / Field Level Media / August 29

Ben Rice drives in 3 as Yankees rout Red Sox in nightcap

Ben Rice capped the New York Yankees' five-run eighth inning with a two-run single during a three-RBI night as New York evened the season series against the visiting Boston Red Sox with a 9-2 victory in the second game of a split doubleheader on Saturday.

Max Fried News / Pinstripe Alley / August 29

Yankees single Red Sox to death as Max Fried returns to secure doubleheader split

In the opening game of today’s doubleheader, the Yankees just didn’t show up. They were shutout, while the pitching and defense had some shaky moments, leading to less that stellar loss.

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The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

New York Yankees News / Field Level Media / August 29

Yankees SS George Lombard Jr. (knee) makes early exit vs. Red Sox

The New York Yankees removed rookie shortstop George Lombard Jr. from the nightcap of their doubleheader with the visiting Boston Red Sox on Saturday night due to right knee discomfort.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 29

Ken Rosenthal shares big Aaron Judge injury return timeline update

The New York Yankees have been waiting to get superstar Aaron Judge back in the lineup since the end of May after suffering a rib fracture after diving for a ball.

Anthony Volpe News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 29

Yankees’ Anthony Volpe minor league move hints at new role

New York Yankees infielder Anthony Volpe’s latest assignment with the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders could point toward the franchise exploring greater defensive versatility for the 25-year-old.

Cody Bellinger News / Athlon Sports / August 29

Yankees Announce Cody Bellinger Update After Removal From Lineup

New York Yankees left fielder Cody Bellinger has struggled in five games since coming off the 10-day injured list. Across his last 23 at-bats, he has collected just four total hits.

Aaron Boone News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 29

Yankees’ Aaron Boone says quiet part out loud after lackluster loss to Red Sox

NEW YORK– Saturday’s daytime portion of a doubleheader against the Boston Red Sox did not feature any real offensive production from the home team. The New York Yankees only recorded four hits as they suffered a 6-0 defeat to their division rival.

Justin Topa News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 29

Yankees Designate Justin Topa For Assignment

The Yankees have designated right-handed reliever Justin Topa for assignment, per a team announcement. They activated lefty Max Fried from the 15-day injured list in a corresponding move.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Ryan McMahon News / Athlon Sports / August 29

Yankees Reveal Earliest Possible Time for Ryan McMahon’s Return

Ryan McMahon is nearing a return to the New York Yankees, with manager Aaron Boone revealing the earliest possible date for the infielder to rejoin the club.

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MLB News / Pinstripe Alley / August 29

Yankees offense a no-show in losing first half of Red Sox doubleheader

What a miserable afternoon. The Yankee so-called lefty specialist lineup looked like they were swinging pool noodles, the team defense was terrible, and the squad in general looked like they forgot they had a game at 1:05pm.

Jazz Chisholm News / Pinstripe Alley / August 29

Yankees fans predict that Jazz Chisholm Jr. will return to form down the stretch

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across Major League Baseball. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Yankees fans and fans across the country.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 29

Yankees add outfield depth in Jarred Kelenic

The New York Yankees' quest for outfield depth has led to a former top prospect.

Yankees' Aaron Judge responds to 'running it back' takes, shares major injury update

Details emerge on Jazz Chisholm's expected offseason outcome

George Lombard Jr. makes unwanted Yankees history as comedy of errors continues

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New York Yankees News / Viral Sports News / August 29

New York Yankees Announce Massive Injury Update

The New York Yankees’ pitching depth took another hit earlier this month when left-hander Ryan Weathers departed his start against the Toronto Blue Jays with left forearm discomfort.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 29

Five most important MLB players to watch in September

With the final month of MLB's regular season dawning, here are five players who could determine just where their teams land in the postseason.

Pete Crow-Armstrong continuing historic season for Chicago Cubs

Crow-Armstrong controls NL MVP narrative with three-HR game

Diamondbacks' Corbin Carroll closing in on remarkable accomplishment

White Sox set another 2026 milestone with win over Twins

Brett Bateman continues to be an impactful sparkplug for the Blue Jays

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / August 29

3 Roster Call-Ups I'd Make If I Were Yankees GM in September

The biggest move the New York Yankees made at the deadline was acquiring Luis Garcia Jr. So far, that move has paid off, but they failed to address two things: adding bullpen depth and another catcher.

Anthony Volpe News / Viral Sports News / August 29

Yankees Fans Get New Anthony Volpe Minor League Update

The New York Yankees closed Friday with a 1-0 win over the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium. Far from the Bronx, their Triple-A club made a quieter lineup choice that still drew notice from fans watching both games.

Max Fried News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 28

Max Fried set to return at perfect time for Yankees

The 32-year-old Fried’s return comes at an ideal time for the Yankees, who began a pivotal four-game series against the archrival Red Sox.

Yankees' Aaron Judge responds to 'running it back' takes, shares major injury update

Trade-deadline acquisition Luis Garcia Jr. providing power boost for Yankees

George Lombard Jr. makes unwanted Yankees history as comedy of errors continues

Notable update emerges on the future of Yankees' Brian Cashman

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Brian Cashman News / Field Level Media / August 28

Report: Yankees GM Brian Cashman expected back for 30th season

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman is expected to return for his 30th season on the job in 2027. That's according to the New York Post, which reported Friday that Cashman's contract is expiring and club owner Hal Steinbrenner has no reason not to offer him another.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / August 28

Yankees' Judge responds to takes, shares major injury update

Yankees' Aaron Judge responds to 'running it back' takes, shares major injury update

A repeated criticism of New York Yankees senior vice president and general manager Brian Cashman ahead of the 2026 season was that he was mostly "running it back" with the same team that failed to advance to the American League Championship Series last fall.

Max Fried set to return at perfect time for Yankees

Standout Yankees pitcher feared to need Tommy John surgery

Rangers pitcher Jack Leiter suffers setback in rehab

Braves get worst-case injury updates on Hurston Waldrep, Spencer Schwellenbach

Cubs make surprising Hoby Milner roster decision

New York Yankees News / Larry Brown Sports / August 28

George Lombard Jr. makes unwanted Yankees history as comedy of errors continues

George Lombard Jr. added an unwanted line to New York Yankees history on Thursday night. The 21-year-old rookie shortstop committed an error for the sixth consecutive game, becoming the first Yankee to do so since second baseman Chick Fewster in 1921.

Jazz Chisholm News / Larry Brown Sports / August 27

Details emerge on Jazz Chisholm’s expected offseason outcome

Jazz Chisholm might have to take something of a “prove it” deal this offseason. The New York Yankees infielder Chisholm is expected to have a market this winter but may end up taking a short-term deal with an opt-out after the first season.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / August 27