New York Yankees: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Rico Garcia News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 14

Yankees claim right-hander off waivers from rival

The Yankees have claimed right-hander Rico Garcia off waivers from the Mets, reports Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. The Mets designated Garcia for assignment last week.

George Lombard Jr. News / Athlon Sports / July 14

George Lombard Jr. Leads Wave of Yankees Prospects Making Noise

George Lombard Jr. stole the spotlight at the Futures Game—and he’s not the only Yankees prospect making noise. From Spencer Jones’ Triple-A surge to Carlos Lagrange’s dominance and Elmer Rodriguez-Cruz’s promotion, New York’s farm system keeps flashing impact talent as the second half of the season begins.

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Luis Gil News / New York Yankees on SI / July 14

Yankees' Luis Gil Shines in First Rehab Performance

Help is on the way for a banged-up New York Yankees pitching staff. Just exactly when the help arrives remains uncertain. Right-hander Luis Gil made his first rehab appearance of the season on Sunday when he took the mound for the Double-A Somerset Patriots.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Yankees Bullpen May Be the Weakest Link Headling Toward the Deadline

The Yankees’ bullpen hasn’t broken. But it’s been tested, and the cracks are showing. Luke Weaver had been the most reliable reliever all year. He led the American League in opponent batting average, WHIP, and ERA before a hamstring strain knocked him out in late June.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / July 14

Yankees Could Trade Promising Prospects To Upgrade Pitching

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman knows that in order to get something, you have to be willing to part with something. So just what is Cashman willing to use as trade bait ahead of the July 31 deadline?

Jazz Chisholm News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Jazz Chisholm Jr. Is Entering the Derby and Yankees Know the Risks

The Home Run Derby is built for showmanship. For power. For moments that go viral. In short, New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. is made for this moment.

MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / July 14

Yankees Get Major News on Diamondbacks Trade Target

The New York Yankees are expected to be buyers at the MLB trade deadline, and there have been a few players they've been named potential landing spots for.

Babe Ruth News / Fastball on SI / July 14

On This Day: Babe Ruth Becomes First Player to Ever Hit 700 Home Runs

It was on this day (July 13) in 1934, that New York Yankees star Babe Ruth founded a historic club. Per Ryan Spaeder on social media: #Yankees Babe Ruth founded the 700 Home Run Club 91 years ago today, on July 13, 1934—no other player had even half as many home runs at the time.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Yankees Announcer Fires Back at Former NFL MVP Over Early Criticism

When the New York Yankees traveled to California for a May series against the Athletics, they had a notable name missing from their traveling party—and, luckily for their sake, it wasn’t Aaron Judge or Max Fried.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / July 14

Yankees Manager Blames Jazz Chisholm for Anthony Volpe Play

The New York Yankees finished their series against the Chicago Cubs yesterday with a 4-1 loss, and among other things, slow infield defense was to blame.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / July 14

Former Yankees Pitcher Named Biggest Draft Bust

The 2025 MLB Draft is underway, and the New York Yankees have drafted remarkable success stories and their fair share of disappointments over their long history.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / July 14

The Yankees Rotation Has Held Up but It’s Not Built for October

The New York Yankees have two frontline starters holding this thing together. Beyond that? It’s a roll of the dice. As the Yankees and baseball take a

MLB News / FirstSportz / July 14

Tarik Skubal Reveals Receiving Surprise Phone Call from Yankees’ Max Fried About Starting 2025 All-Star Game

Tarik Skubal will be on the mound for the American League team and start the 2025 All-Star Game (ASG). The reigning AL Cy Young Award winner revealed receiving a surprising phone call from New York Yankees star Max Fried about this role.

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Jazz Chisholm News / Athlon Sports / July 13

Jazz Chisholm Jr. Aims to Join Short List of Yankees Home Run Derby Winners

Jazz Chisholm Jr. will step into the spotlight Monday night as the Yankees’ latest entrant in the Home Run Derby. He’ll be the seventh different Yankee to compete in the event — and just the 10th overall appearance for the franchise.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / July 13

Yankees Draft Former MVP’s Son

The New York Yankees used their third-round pick in the 2025 MLB Draft on a former National League MVP's son. After choosing Newnan High School infielder and Clemson commit Dax Kilby with the No.

Geoff Hartlieb 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).

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / July 13

A Possible Draft Pitcher the Yankees Could Develop Long-Term

The 2025 Major League Baseball draft is now underway. The New York Yankees will await their pick at the 39th slot. The Yankees could go with a pitcher in the first round, and Patrick Forbes could be the name they call. The Yankees have various routes of selection and various gaps to close within their farm system.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / July 13

Max Fried's injury raises more concerns about Yankees' pitching

Max Fried's murky injury status raises more concerns about Yankees' pitching

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone seems uncertain about the severity of the blister on starting pitcher Max Fried's left index finger.

Fried exits start early as July slump continues

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New York Yankees News / LWOSports.com / July 13

Yankees Slugger Aaron Judge Becomes Quickest to Reach 350 Home Run Plateau

New York Yankees star outfielder Aaron Judge has once more slugged his way into the Major League Baseball record books. This 33-year-old future hall of