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Why Rushing Aaron Judge Back Isn't Worth It for the Yankees

Despite landing on the injured list, Aaron Judge is still eager to contribute to the Yankees in the postseason. Judge, who chose to forgo a rehab assignment in favor of rejoining the team earlier in the month, told the media that he wanted to recover from his right calf strain by the start of postseason play.

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Yankees news: Trent Grisham might not return until playoffs

New York Post | Greg Joyce On September 4th, Yankees outfielder Trent Grisham suffered what was later deemed a Grade 2 right hamstring strain. He was placed on the injured list the following day and was considered unlikely to return before the end of the regular season.

Clarke Schmidt News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 20

Yankees’ Clarke Schmidt to see doctor amid new injury concerns

The New York Yankees’ bid for the AL East crown may be all but lost, as they sit six games behind division-leader Tampa Bay Rays in the standings with

MLB News / Baseball Now / September 21

Yankees-Red Sox Wild Card Series Pretty Much Guaranteed Now

The New York Yankees trail the Tampa Bay Rays by six games with seven games left to play, but they have already punched their ticket to the postseason.

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How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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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.

Nolan Arenado News / Pinstripe Alley / September 20

Nolan Arenado grand slam sinks Yankees on road trip finale of regular season

Contrary to popular belief, I actually think the Yankees have done decently well for themselves considering the brutal injury luck they’ve had this year, especially since their abbreviated “June swoon” ended in early July.

Cam Schlittler News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 20

Why Cam Schlittler was so pissed at himself after Yankees’ walk-off loss to Diamondbacks

Cam Schlittler wasn’t happy with his performance on the mound after the New York Yankees’ 5-3 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday night. Schlittler is going through the second season of his career in the majors with the Yankees.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / September 20

Yankees Social Media Spotlight: Merry Clinchmas

It’s Sunday once more, and you know what that means — it’s time for our weekly social media roundup! This weekend has been yet another veritable whirlwind in the Bronx, as the team celebrated a postseason appearance, bid farewell to a fan favorite, closed an era of minor league baseball, and watched as their Captain hit the shelf once more.

New York Yankees News / Fastball on SI / September 20

Cam Schlittler Enters MLB History With Sandy Koufax, Bob Gibson During Cy Young Race

New York Yankees right-hander Cam Schlittler has joined two Hall of Fame pitchers in the record books after what was likely his second-to-last start of the 2026 regular season.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / September 20

Why the Yankees' Optimism Might Not Be Enough to Win AL East

Right now, the Yankees are five games back of the American League East-leading Rays. FanGraphs puts their chance of winning the division at 2.8% as of Sunday morning, and it looks like the Yankees will face the Red Sox in the Wild Card series again.

Aaron Judge News / Fastball on SI / September 20

Aaron Judge Injury Casts Negative Shadow Over AL Playoff Race

If you're a New York Yankees fan hoping that Aaron Judge will be back to help this club in their postseason push in the American League, a potentially negative update dropped.

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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 / Viral Sports News / September 20

New York Yankees Finally Get Good Injury News

The New York Yankees received some welcome news on the injury front as they wrapped up a weekend series against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Outfielder Spencer

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 20

D-backs strive to make more 'magic' happen vs. Yankees

Arizona manager Torey Lovullo said he felt "a little bit of magic" in a 5-3 walk-off win over the New York Yankees on Saturday, the night the Diamondbacks celebrated the 25th anniversary of their 2001 World Series title.

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Spencer Jones News / Viral Sports News / September 20

New York Yankees Announce Spencer Jones Injury Update

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone made it clear after Saturday’s loss that Spencer Jones remained an option even if he never left the bench. The Yankees

New York Yankees News / Viral Sports News / September 20

Yankees Announce Decision on Intriguing Two-Way Player

The New York Yankees’ Triple-A affiliate, the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders, activated 24-year-old two-way player Edinson Duran from the development list on Friday, restoring him to the active roster as the International League season winds down, via the MiLB transaction log.

Aaron Judge News / New York Yankees on SI / September 20

What the Yankees' Lineup Should Look Like Without Aaron Judge In October

Aaron Judge's regular season may be over, but that doesn't mean the Yankees' has to be. A mystery calf ailment popped up suddenly on Wednesday and has resulted in the Yankees captain being placed on the injured list.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / September 20

Yankees prospects: Scranton walks it off but eliminated from playoff contention

Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders: W, 6-5 (10) vs. Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp — thrilling win, but a victory by the Rochester Red Wings left the

Spencer Jones News / Pinstripe Alley / September 20

Yankees news: Spencer Jones joins the walking wounded

New York Post | Greg Joyce: The Yankees cannot afford any more additions to their M*A*S*H unit. Unfortunately, at least for Saturday, there is another.

New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 19

Yankees’ Aaron Judge Aiming To Return For Playoffs

Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge offered some details on his calf strain ahead of Saturday’s matchup against the Diamondbacks. The three-time MVP told reporters