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Yankees’ CC Sabathia drops truth bomb on Max Fried

Max Fried didn’t join the New York Yankees as a question mark. He joined as a proven ace. But 2025 marks his first year in the Bronx, and adjusting to the pressure of New York isn’t a guarantee, no matter your resume.

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Aaron Judge and Former Yankee Reuniting at Top of All-Star Lineup

Aaron Judge will have a familiar face at the top of the lineup with him at the All-Star Game in Atlanta tomorrow night. According to Cody Stavenhagen on X, former Yankees’ second baseman Gleyber Torres is batting lead off for the American League squad.

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?

Aaron Judge News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Dave Roberts Takes Small Jab at Yankees' Aaron Judge

Throughout Major League Baseball history, there haven't been many more dominant players to ever lace them up than Barry Bonds. There's a strong argument

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The 'Most recent cycle by MLB franchise' quiz

Can you name the last player to hit a single, double, triple and home run in one game for every MLB franchise? Five minutes are on the clock.

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New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 14

Yankees rumors: 3 positions New York is targeting at trade deadline

The New York Yankees are only two games out of first place in the American League East, but injuries and ineffectiveness have combined to give the team plenty to work on as the 2025 MLB trade deadline approaches.

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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.

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 on ClutchPoints / July 14

Eugenio Suárez addresses Yankees trade rumors

Third baseman Eugenio Suárez of the Arizona Diamondbacks has become a hot topic as we approach the MLB trade deadline, especially with the New York Yankees showing interest.

MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / July 14

Diamondbacks Star Ready to Help Yankees Win World Series

The New York Yankees need to add a third baseman before the MLB trade deadline, and time is running out. The deadline, which is on July 31, is only getting closer, and the Pinstripes have been connected to a number of names to fill a few holes in the dugout.

Eugenio Suarez News / Athlon Sports / July 14

Eugenio Suarez Just Gave The Yankees Something To Think About

The New York Yankees have long been linked to power-hitting third baseman Eugenio Suarez. He checks all the boxes for them to shore up the left side of the infield.

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.

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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.

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.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / July 13

Yankees select power-hitting infielder with the no. 103 pick in 2025 MLB Draft

Following the selection of SS Dax Kilby, the New York Yankees have selected another shortstop with Kaeden Kent, who has excellent power from the left-handed side.

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

Aaron Judge’s latest record is overshadowing another one of his historic feats

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MLB News / Yardbarker / July 13

Cubs head into All-Star break with momentum after series win

After splitting the first two games of the series, the Chicago Cubs took the rubber match over the New York Yankees on Sunday.

Yankees' Cody Bellinger has incredible revenge game against Cubs

Yankees' Aaron Judge shows he's not just an MVP bat with two stunning defensive gems

Judge’s latest record is overshadowing another one of his historic feats

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Luis Gil News / Field Level Media / July 13

Yankees RHP Luis Gil (lat) begins rehab assignment

New York Yankees right-hander Luis Gil is starting a rehab assignment with Double-A Somerset on Sunday. Gil, 27, was the American League Rookie of the Year in 2024 but has been sidelined all season.

Max Fried News / Larry Brown Sports / July 13

Max Fried had classy All-Star gesture for rival pitcher

New York Yankees pitcher Max Fried had a pretty neat gesture for one of his rivals when it came to the upcoming MLB All-Star Game. Fried was among the American League pitchers in contention to start Tuesday’s All-Star Game.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / July 13

Judge’s latest record is overshadowing another of his historic feats

Aaron Judge’s latest record is overshadowing another one of his historic feats

On Saturday afternoon, Judge became the fastest player to 350 home runs, having done so in 1,088 games.

Yankees' 'left-handed Aaron Judge' is primed for MLB call-up

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J.C. Escarra News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 12

Yankees backup catcher drawing trade attention

30-year-old backstop J.C. Escarra has been a pleasant surprise for the Yankees this year since emerging as the club’s primary backup to Austin Wells. In 36 games this year, the journeyman who spent the 2022 and ’23 seasons outside of affiliate ball has slashed a respectable .215/.312/.354 (89 wRC+) with elite pitch framing numbers.