New York Yankees: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Aaron Judge News / Larry Brown Sports / September 16

Yankees announce Aaron Judge injury update after leaving the game

New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge made his return on September 8 after missing more than three months with an injury. On Wednesday, Judge left the game in the sixth inning against the Minnesota Twins.

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The 'Most 35-HR, 100-RBI seasons' quiz

How many of the 36 players to reach the 35-home run and 100-RBI milestones in the same season at least five different times can you name in five minutes?

The 'All-time hits leader for every MLB franchise' quiz

The 'Single-season HR leader by team' quiz

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

New York Yankees News / Viral Sports News / September 16

Yankees’ Aaron Boone Doesn’t Hold Back About Anthony Volpe

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said Anthony Volpe looks more grounded at the plate after mechanical adjustments the infielder made during a month in Triple-A, comments that arrived as the Yankees chased a series sweep of the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday.

Carlos Lagrange News / Viral Sports News / September 16

Yankees Make Massive Carlos Lagrange Announcement

The New York Yankees entered Wednesday’s series finale against the Minnesota Twins already assured of a postseason berth, and they also won the first two games of their set against the Twins.

Clarke Schmidt News / Field Level Media / September 16

Yankees reinstate RHP Clarke Schmidt from 60-day IL

The New York Yankees returned right-hander Clarke Schmidt from his rehab assignment on Wednesday, giving him a chance to make his first MLB appearance since July 3, 2025.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / September 16

Yankees part ways with fan-favorite utilityman Oswaldo Cabrera

Cabrera was designated for assignment amid another roster move by the Yankees.

Ex-Yankees pitcher makes his case for Cam Schlittler as an AL MVP candidate

Aaron Judge crushes first HR in months as Yankees clinch playoff berth

The '2022 MLB home run leaders' quiz

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / September 16

Six Yankees prospects heading to 2026 Arizona Fall League

All eyes are on the Yankees as they make their 61st postseason berth with the division still in sight, but it’s also a great time to see prospects shine from the Yankees’ farm system.

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Cam Schlittler News / Just Baseball / September 16

Cam Schlittler Has Wrapped Up the AL Cy Young Race

Postseason baseball is right around the corner, which means it’s time to analyze a certain starting pitcher who seems to have American League Cy Young honors pretty much wrapped up with a bow.

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

Spencer Jones May Have Changed What Yankees Do This Winter

Spencer Jones and Aaron Judge had very different seasons as 25-year-olds for the New York Yankees. When Judge's season finished in 2016, it looked like he could be in the future plans, but he still had to compete with Aaron Hicks in spring training the following season.

Oswaldo Cabrera News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 16

Yankees Designate Oswaldo Cabrera For Assignment

The Yankees have designated infielder/outfielder Oswaldo Cabrera for assignment, the club announced Wednesday. His spot on the roster goes to right-hander Clarke Schmidt, who has been reinstated from the 60-day injured list.

Cam Schlittler News / The Lead / September 16

Cam Schlittler Has a Strong Case for MVP

The American League Cy Young race is over. In his last start, Cam Schlittler twirled a six-inning, one-hit, eight-strikeout gem against the Mets. In fact, ESPN’s award tracker no longer has odds for the race.

New York Yankees News / Viral Sports News / September 16

New York Yankees Announce Decision on 27-Year-Old Pitcher

The New York Yankees optioned 27-year-old right-hander Bradley Hanner to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre after Tuesday night’s game, ending his second brief stay in the majors this season, via the MLB transaction log.

Cody Bellinger News / Just Baseball / September 16

7 to 22: The Swing That Revived Cody Bellinger’s Career

All Micah Franklin ever did was hit. In the minor leagues, MLB, KBO, and NPB, it didn’t matter. After a career of waiting for his shot, he translated all

John Schreiber News / New York Yankees on SI / September 16

John Schreiber Experiment Is Paying Huge Dividends at Backend of Bullpen

The New York Yankees added Luis Garcia Jr. and Heliot Ramos ahead of the trade deadline, but the big concern, the bullpen, was an area where Brian Cashman walked away empty-handed.

Clarke Schmidt News / Athlon Sports / September 16

Yankees Player Set to Return After 151 Missed Games

The New York Yankees are set to get right-hander Clarke Schmidt back after a 14-month rehabilitation process. Manager Aaron Boone said Schmidt will be activated from the 60-day injured list during the Yankees’ road series against the Minnesota Twins, Gary Phillips of the New York Daily News reported on X.

Dax Kilby News / New York Yankees on SI / September 16