New York Yankees: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Derek Jeter News / Athlon Sports / July 16

Derek Jeter Picks World Series Winner Without Hesitation

The first half of the 2025 MLB regular season is now in everyone's rearview mirror, and it will soon be back to work for all 30 teams in the big leagues, with the MLB All-Star break concluding on Tuesday night.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / July 16

Yankees Have Surprising New Trade Deadline Need

The New York Yankees figure to aggressively pursue both pitching and third base help ahead of the July 31 trade deadline, but another position has become an increasing concern for the club.

Eugenio Suarez News / New York Yankees on SI / July 16

Yankees Rumors Explode After Eugenio Suarez Commercial

Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Eugenio Suarez walks into a diner, sits in a booth, and waves to New York Yankees pitchers Max Fried and Carlos Rodón.

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Joe Torre News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 16

Former Yankees manager Joe Torre’s MLB All-Star Game hits fans right in the feels

Former MLB manager Joe Torre had a homecoming of sorts in Atlanta Tuesday night during the 2025 MLB All-Star Game, as he was an honorary coach under Aaron Boone’s staff for the American League side at Truist Park.

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25 MLB players who might be fantasy league winners in the second half

It's crunch time for fantasy baseball managers as we head into the final two months of the regular season. These 25 players could make all the difference as pickups or acquisitions for fantasy rosters.

Carlos Rodon News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 15

Why Carlos Rodon is Yankees’ X-factor for 2025 World Series run

New York Yankees starter Carlos Rodon had already thrown 7.2 innings of scoreless baseball during last weekend’s series opener against the Chicago Cubs.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 15

Yankees’ Aaron Judge gets 100% real about Cal Raleigh after Home Run Derby

The New York Yankees may not have had a player take the crown at this year’s Home Run Derby, but superstar Aaron Judge still managed to make headlines with his praise for a rising star.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 15

Top prospects New York Yankees must trade at 2025 MLB trade deadline

The New York Yankees are in second place in the American League East at the MLB All-Star Break. After a hot start, they hit the brakes in June and July, falling behind the Toronto Blue Jays.

Max Fried News / Athlon Sports / July 15

Max Fried Didn’t Pitch but Owned the All-Star Break as Uncle Max

Just because he skipped pitching Tuesday night’s All‑Star Game doesn’t mean Max Fried wasn’t working. The Yankees ace may not have taken the mound, but he was doing duty as “Uncle Max.” Fried spent Monday and Tuesday hanging out with fellow lefty Carlos Rodon and his family.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 15

1 fatal flaw New York Yankees must address before 2025 MLB trade deadline

The New York Yankees’ roster is far from perfect, even if the team sent three players to the All-Star Game. Yankees general manager Brian Cashman has hinted that the front office is targeting a third baseman at the trade deadline.

Jazz Chisholm News / Athlon Sports / July 15

Jazz Chisholm Jr Redeems His Derby Dud With All-Star Red Carpet Fire

At least Jazz Chisholm Jr. took home something from the 2025 All-Star experience. The New York Yankees second baseman flopped at the Home Run Derby, managing just a measly three dingers on Monday night, but he won the Tuesday afternoon Red Carpet game.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / July 15

Yankees’ Aaron Judge Sends Juan Soto Message Before MLB All-Star Game

Last season, Aaron Judge and Juan Soto, two of the best outfielders in the MLB, were teammates with the New York Yankees. During their time together, they each made an All-Star appearance.

Aaron Judge News / Athlon Sports / July 15

Aaron Judge Makes All-Star Red Carpet Statement With Nod to Yankees Great

Aaron Judge made his entrance at the All-Star Game red carpet in a look that turned heads and raised eyebrows, especially for fans of a certain era of Yankees baseball.

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New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / July 15

Yankees Trade Rumors: Two Slugger Options Fading

To dream the impossible dream. New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman appears to be all-in on the team's quest to find a new third baseman. Problem is, he could find slim pickings if he doesn't act fast.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / July 15

MLB Insider: Yankees Face Tough Trade Market For Biggest Need

While MLB pauses for the All-Star break, there's no rest for the weary as New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman keeps shopping for trade deadline upgrades.

Max Fried News / New York Yankees on SI / July 15

Max Fried Injury Could Affect Yankees Second Half

New York Yankees starting pitcher Max Fried will be unable to participate in today's All-Star Game, hindered by a blister on his left index finger. At the moment, he's not sure how long it will take to heal.

David Robertson News / Athlon Sports / July 15

Yankees Looking at Bringing Back Former Closer for Playoff Push

The New York Yankees apparently just can’t quit David Robertson. The now 40-year-old reliever was holding a showcase for teams earlier this month and the Yankees were there watching, according to The Athletic’s Will Sammon.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / July 15

Yankees' Aaron Judge's MVP Chances Take Another Hit

To borrow a phrase from Lady Gaga, New York Yankees right fielder Aaron Judge stands at the edge of glory. The slugger is trying to win his second straight American League MVP Award.

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / July 14

Yankees Take Another Shortstop in Round Three of the 2025 Draft

In the third round of the 2025 MLB Draft, the New York Yankees selected shortstop Kaeden Kent from Texas A&M University. The Yankees took back-to-back shortstops with their first two picks. Kent is not ranked on MLB’s Top 250 Prospects list, so why did the Yankees take that route?

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / July 14

Yankees Select Shortstop Dax Kilby 39th Overall in the 2025 MLB Draft

The 2025 MLB Draft is well underway and the New York Yankees have been plugging away at their selections. The Yankees selected a high school shortstop, Dax Kilby 39th overall in round one of the draft. Brian Cashman and his scouting staff had their work cut out with this year’s draft, especially being slotted later in the round.

New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 13

Tigers sign Geoff Hartlieb to minor league contract

The Tigers signed Geoff Hartlieb to a minors contract and assigned the right-hander to Triple-A Toledo, as per Hartlieb’s MLB.com profile page. Hartlieb made his debut for Toledo today, tossing 1 1/3 relief innings and picking up the win in the Mud Hens’ 6-1 victory over Omaha (the Royals’ Triple-A club).