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Will Yankees’ Gerrit Cole be ready for 2026 Opening Day?

The New York Yankees made their run to the American League Division Series without Gerrit Cole on their roster. Now, as they try to go on an even deeper run in 2026, Cole still won’t be on the mound.

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Surgery for Yankees LHP Carlos Rodon, SS Anthony Volpe to impact '26 start

NEW YORK -- Shortstop Anthony Volpe and left-hander Carlos Rodon, an 18-game winner last season, are not likely to be ready for the start of the 2026 season because of surgeries this month.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / October 16

Yankees Plan To Survive April Without Carlos Rodon

Highlights: Carlos Rodon’s elbow cleanup likely delays his 2026 start; early-season innings will need a bridge. Max Fried anchors April; Gerrit Cole targets a midseason return from surgery.

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The '10-strikeout, 0-walk, 0-run MLB playoff pitchers' quiz

How many of the MLB pitchers to strikeout at least 10 batters while walking none and allowing no runs in a playoff game can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB playoff debut strikeouts leaders' quiz

The 'MLB innings-pitched leaders since 1990' quiz

The 'A.L. and N.L. strikeout leaders' quiz

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / October 16

Yankees say Aaron Judge won’t need surgery; Anthony Volpe, Carlos Rodón to miss start of 2026

It’s been eight days since Cody Bellinger struck out swinging to end the Yankees’ season in Game 4 of the ALDS against the Blue Jays, and there’s been relative silence from the organization in the days since, aside from some coaching changes.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Anthony Volpe News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 16

Anthony Volpe gets loose return timeline after undergoing surgery

On Wednesday, New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe underwent shoulder surgery. A long time coming as he has been nursing a partially torn labrum in his non-throwing arm for quite some time.

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

Yankees All-Star Pitcher Undergoes Elbow Surgery

One of the New York Yankees' left-handed aces will be a bit behind schedule to open the 2026 season after undergoing a procedure on his elbow. During a press conference at Yankee Stadium, manager Aaron Boone told reporters that Carlos Rodón underwent a procedure this week to remove some loose bodies and shave down a bone spur in his left elbow.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / October 16

Yankees provide big injury updates on Aaron Judge, Carlos Rodon

The Yankees are barely past the 2025 season, but there's already big injury news that is expected to impact the franchise to start the 2026 season.

Ben Rice has amazing potential, but he shouldn’t be the Yankees' everyday first baseman

The 25 greatest MLB utility players of all-time

The 'Last 200-strikeout pitcher by MLB team' quiz

Aaron Judge News / New York Yankees on SI / October 16

Yankees Get Good Aaron Judge Injury News

While the New York Yankees have officially been eliminated from the 2025 postseason, the team has announced some good news about their captain and superstar slugger Aaron Judge.

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The 'Oldest starting QB by NFL team' quiz

The '2024 TD catch leaders by team' quiz

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Aaron Boone News / New York Yankees on SI / October 16

Yankees Fans Want Aaron Boone to Answer These Questions

After another bitter postseason defeat for the New York Yankees, manager Aaron Boone and general manager Brian Cashman will hold an end-of-season press conference at Yankee Stadium.

Devin Williams News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 16

Yankees’ Devin Williams hints at major factor in possible NY return

The two-time National League Reliever of the Year, Devin Williams, departed Yankee Stadium in 2025 enveloped in contemplation and optimism after an erratic campaign.

Ben Rice News / Yardbarker / October 16

Ben Rice has amazing potential, but he shouldn’t be the Yankees' everyday first baseman

New York Yankees first baseman Ben Rice is coming off a promising sophomore campaign, showcasing how his intriguing left-handed power plays with the short, right porch in the Bronx.

Yankees shortstop undergoes shoulder surgery

Every MLB player who hit 30 home runs in their rookie season

The '2022 MLB home run leaders' quiz

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / October 15

Yankees Start Staff Reshuffle After October Exit

Following an early postseason exit at the hands of the division rival Toronto Blue Jays, the New York Yankees have decided to shake up manager Aaron Boone‘s staff ahead of the 2026 campaign.

Devin Williams News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 15

Devin Williams discusses potential reunion with Yankees

Devin Williams endured a tumultuous season in the Bronx, but the free agent has expressed interest in returning to the New York Yankees.

The 25 most unlikely World Series teams

The 'A.L. and N.L. yearly save leaders' quiz

Anthony Volpe News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 15

Yankees shortstop undergoes shoulder surgery

Anthony Volpe spent much of the 2025 season playing through a partially torn left labrum, and the Yankees shortstop addressed the problem in the form of a surgical procedure on Tuesday.

The most disappointing player for every MLB team from the 2025 season

The 'Active .300-batting-average MLB season leaders' quiz

New York Yankees News / Minor League Baseball on SI / October 15

New York Yankees Prospect Puts Together Elite Performance In AFL Start

The New York Yankees were one of the top teams in the American League in 2025, going 94-68 and clinching the first American League Wild Card spot. New York beat the Boston Red Sox in the AL Wild Card Series before falling short in the ALDS to the Toronto Blue Jays.

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / October 15

The Yankees Must Improve Their Bullpen This Offseason

After an early exit from the postseason at the hands of the Toronto Blue Jays, the New York Yankees have a lot to do this winter. Perhaps most importantly, they should be looking to make some upgrades to their bullpen, which was the only true weakness in an otherwise competent roster.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 14