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January 15th, 2026: The Yankees officially announced Blackburn’s signing today. December 21st, 2025: The Yankees are expected to re-sign right-hander Paul Blackburn, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / January 4

Former Pitcher Compares Yankees and Mets Clubhouses

Paul Blackburn made his return to the New York Yankees this winter. He joins what feels like one of numerous players who swapped their navy blue pinstripes for blue and orange and vice versa in recent years.

MLB News / New York Mets on SI / January 4

Paul Blackburn gets blunt about Mets' clubhouse issues

Much has already been made about the New York Mets' reported locker room issues during the 2025 season. Ever since Mike Puma of the New York Post's November

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New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / December 22

Yankees Urged to Fix Weak Bullpen With Two Padres Relievers

The New York Yankees need serious bullpen help ahead of 2026, and the return of relief pitchers like Paul Blackburn are drawing attention to the struggling position group.

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The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees

The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.

New York Yankees News / New Baseball Media / December 22

2025 Transactions: Blackburn Back with Yankees, Minor League Moves

After an active pre-Christmas slate of moves over the week, this past weekend was relatively quiet. However, there was more offseason action being taken care of by several teams.

Athletics News / Last Word On Sports / December 21

Yankees Re-Sign Blackburn, But Still Need More Pieces in the Bullpen

According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, the New York Yankees have re-signed right-handed reliever Paul Blackburn to a one-year deal worth $2 million.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / December 21

Yankees Bring Back All-Star Pitcher

The New York Yankees have re-signed former All-Star right-handed pitcher Paul Blackburn, Jon Heyman of the New York Post first reported. The Yankees signed Blackburn to a one-year, $2 million deal, Chris Kirschner of The Athletic later reported.

New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 21

Yankees To Re-Sign Paul Blackburn

The Yankees are expected to re-sign right-hander Paul Blackburn, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. It’s a one-year deal worth $2MM. The Boras Corporation client can earn an additional $500K through incentives.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Athletics News / Oakland Athletics on SI / August 22

Former A's Right-Hander Adds Depth to New York Yankees in Perfect Role

Paul Blackburn is the latest former A's pitcher to end up with the New York Yankees, but he's not going to be called upon to be a key cog in their rotation.

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Athletics News / Field Level Media / August 21

Yankees sign veteran pitcher Paul Blackburn; Allan Winans sent down

The New York Yankees announced on Wednesday that they have signed right-handed pitcher Paul Blackburn to a major league contract and added him to their active roster.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / August 21

2025 Transactions: Blackburn to Yankees, Quantrill to Braves

With 10 days left before the postseason roster deadline, the Yankees signed former Met Paul Blackburn and added him to their active roster. Also on August 21, the Braves claimed now-former Marlin Cal Quantrill to help the team finish out the 2025 season.

Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 21

Yankees add former Mets, Athletics veteran pitcher for late-season push

The New York Yankees might have finally found their groove. Aaron Boone’s team used dominant offensive performances to jump out to a 2-0 lead in its series against the Tampa Bay Rays.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 21

Yankees sign former Mets pitcher for the stretch run

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New York Mets News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 19

Veteran righty clears release waivers, is free to sign with any team

The Mets designated him for assignment on Saturday and it was later reported that he had been placed on release waivers.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / August 13

New York Mets change course on plan for veteran pitcher

New York Mets right-hander Paul Blackburn was scheduled to make his fifth rehab start for Triple-A Syracuse on Wednesday, but those plans have changed.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 3

Mets place RHP Paul Blackburn (shoulder) back on IL

Amid a series of roster moves Thursday, the New York Mets placed right-hander Paul Blackburn on the 15-day injured list because of a shoulder impingement.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 18

Facing Braves, Mets ask Paul Blackburn to help snap season-long skid

The New York Mets will send struggling Paul Blackburn to the mound on Wednesday night as they attempt to end their season-long four-game losing streak when they visit the Atlanta Braves.

New York Mets News / Athlon Sports / June 3

Mets Send Message to Paul Blackburn After Dodgers Game

The New York Mets are rolling, improving to 38-22 on Monday night with a thrilling 4-3 win in 10 innings at Dodger Stadium. New York now won four straight and sits 1.5 games ahead of the Philadelphia Phillies in the National League East.

New York Mets News / Yardbarker / June 3

Impressive Paul Blackburn performance continues Mets' exceptional starting pitching

The New York Mets got another strong starting pitching performance on Monday against the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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Athletics News / New York Mets on SI / May 28

Mets expect to use Paul Blackburn as a sixth starting pitcher

New York Mets pitcher Paul Blackburn is set to make his final rehab start in Triple-A on Wednesday, leaving the club with a decision on the 31-year-old hurler.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / May 3

Paul Blackburn tosses encouraging rehab start for Mets

The New York Mets may be getting some much-needed pitching depth in the near future. On Friday, starting pitcher Paul Blackburn resumed his rehab process for the Mets as he tossed three innings for the High-A Brooklyn Cyclones, giving up two earned runs on four hits while striking out six.

New York Mets News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 27

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