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Yankees’ Aaron Judge Catches Attention With Odd Decision

In the world of baseball, where egos and opinions often clash publicly, even the smallest online gestures can spark a flurry of chatter. That’s exactly what’s happening now with New York Yankees superstar Aaron Judge and Gary Sheffield Jr., the son of longtime MLB slugger Gary Sheffield.

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Aaron Judge blocked the son of an MLB legend on social media

Aaron Judge apparently has some beef with the son of a former Major League Baseball superstar. Gary Sheffield Jr., the son of longtime MLB outfielder Gary Sheffield, revealed Friday that Judge had blocked him on X.

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 18

Yankees, Dodgers postponed due to heavy rain

The game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees was postponed due to heavy rain on Saturday and the teams will play a split doubleheader a day later.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

MLB began awarding the All-Star Game MVP Award during the 1962 season. How many of the MVPs since then can you name in eight minutes?

The 'National League MVPs' quiz

The 'MLB Home Run Derby winners' quiz

The 'MLB All-Star Game managers' quiz

New York Yankees News / Viral Sports News / July 18

Yankees Predicted to Acquire One of MLB’s Top Young Catchers

As the MLB trade deadline on August 3 draws closer, the New York Yankees appear poised to bolster their roster with a new catcher. The team has explored several options behind the plate, but one prominent voice in baseball analysis is floating an unexpected target that could reshape the Yankees’ lineup for seasons ahead.

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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.

MLB News / Pinstripe Alley / July 18

Yankees-Dodgers postponed due to rain, doubleheader set for Sunday

Well, hat tip to the powers that be. With storms rolling into New York in a couple hours, MLB has decided to postpone tonight’s Yankees-Dodgers clash. In a move that surprised me, the game will be made up in a split-admission doubleheader tomorrow, sandwiched around the World Cup final at 3pm local time.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 18

Yankees’ Aaron Boone regrets not pulling Gerrit Cole earlier in tight loss to Dodgers

Aaron Boone reached the peak of his managerial career when he guided the New York Yankees to the 2024 World Series, but ironically, that Fall Classic clash with the Los Angeles Dodgers encapsulated all his perceived shortcomings as an MLB skipper.

MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / July 18

Marlins Have the Antidote to Cure Yankees' Catcher Needs

Austin Wells has been better of late for the New York Yankees. In his last four games heading into the All-Star break, he hit two homers and had an average exit velocity of 93.6 MPH.

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.

George Lombard Jr. News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 18

Yankees' Top Prospect George Lombard Jr. Returns From Injury With a Bang

The New York Yankees' No. 1 prospect, shortstop George Lombard Jr., played in his first Triple-A game in a month on Saturday after suffering an injury in June.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / July 18

Yankees make expected Aaron Judge move official

The New York Yankees did not receive good news regarding outfielder Judge on Friday.

Judge shares concerning update about injury recovery

Judge names greatest accomplishment of Hall of Fame career

Yankees’ Aaron Boone regrets trusting Gerrit Cole in loss

Could Yankees trade for power-hitting catcher Hunter Goodman?

Yankees make decision about Francisco Lindor, other Mets stars

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New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 18

Yankee Sign Bradley Hanner To MLB Contract, Move Aaron Judge To 60-Day IL

The Yankees announced that right-hander Bradley Hanner has been signed to a big league contract and optioned to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Hanner

Aaron Judge News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 18

Aaron Judge “Healing” But Recovery Timetable Still Unclear

Aaron Judge underwent a new round of imaging on his fractured right rib on Wednesday, and the star slugger told reporters (including the New York Post’s

Aaron Judge News / New York Yankees on SI / July 18

Yankees Have 2 Trade Calls to Make With Aaron Judge Still Injured

The chatter around what the New York Yankees need has been centered on a few different positions. Coming into the season, it was clear Brian Cashman needed to upgrade the bullpen.

New York Yankees News / Larry Brown Sports / July 18

Yankees’ Aaron Boone regrets trusting Gerrit Cole in loss

In a tightly contested 2-1 defeat to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday night, New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone shouldered responsibility for a pivotal decision that proved costly.

New York Yankees News / Trade Talk Sports / July 18

Yankees Keying In on Star Catcher Ahead of Trade Deadline

The New York Yankees are, as usual, poised to be major buyers ahead of MLB’s August 3 trade deadline, and one position continues to stand out as their biggest area in need of addressing: catcher.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 17

Yankees have made a decision about Francisco Lindor, other Mets stars

Help is on the way for Aaron Boone and the New York Yankees.

Updates on Lindor, Bo Bichette emerge after bombshell report

Mets, Clay Holmes to begin contract extension talks

Francisco Alvarez may finally be living up to top prospect billing for Mets

Juan Soto breaks MLB record with trio of walks in Mets' win

Former Met says team was using expensive AI program to call pitches

Aaron Judge shares concerning update about injury recovery

Hunter Goodman News / Yardbarker / July 17

Could Yankees trade for Rockies power-hitting catcher Hunter Goodman?

Adding Goodman would significantly boost the Yankees' catcher situation.

Yankees have made a decision about Francisco Lindor, other Mets stars

Yankees' Aaron Judge names greatest accomplishment of Hall of Fame career

Is Derek Jeter admission about Anthony Volpe a 'red flag'?

The '50-HR MLB seasons' quiz

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / July 17

Max Fried to make rehab assignment start Friday

One member of the Yankees pitching staff is nearing a return and will make a necessary step in the return to the major league mound.

Former Yankees star, announcer share Aaron Judge warnings amid uncertainty about return

Yankees' Aaron Judge names greatest accomplishment of Hall of Fame career

Dodgers visiting Yankees for first time since 2024 World Series

The 'Most home runs for every MLB team in 2019' quiz

Jonathan Ornelas News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 17

Jonathan Ornelas To Opt Out Of Yankees Deal

Infielder Jonathan Ornelas is opting out of his minor league deal with the Yankees, reports Francys Romero. He’ll become a free agent if New York doesn’t select him onto the MLB roster.