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Ever since the New York Yankees announced that they would change their facial hair policy, the baseball world has been buzzing and speaking about the change. While there have been some people such as Yankees manager Aaron Boone who commented on it, another was fan Nick Turturro. He would speak about the news, saying that […]

The baseball world was in shock to hear the New York Yankees were changing their decades-old policy on disallowing a bevy of facial hair on players. After the announcement was made by the Yankees, there have been a bunch of people reacting positively about the move, one being baseball insider Ken Rosenthal. To the eyes […]

After getting the Grapefruit League opener, New York Yankees pitcher Marcus Stroman is doubling down on his comments regarding the starting rotation. Despite the uncertainty around his role, Stroman has “zero” worries about how things will shake out. Stroman looked alright in Friday’s game against the Rays, allowing two singles in a 13-pitch scoreless inning. […]

When the New York Yankees announced they would be allowing beards on their players after decades of a rule banning them, the baseball world was in shock. While the Yankees will have rules about the beard length, it still marks a change in tradition for the historic team which garnered the attention of MLB insider […]

The baseball world was shocked when the New York Yankees announced that the organization would be relaxing on their facial hair policy. The Yankees’ announcement to allow beards is no doubt a surprising one since it’s been a policy that has been in effect for several decades as team executive Brian Cashman made a humorous […]

The New York Yankees have changed a longstanding policy. Since 1976, players in pinstripes have not been allowed to have a beard or long hair. On Friday, that changed as Managing General Partner Hal Steinbrenner announced that well-kept beards would be allowed. While the Yankees have changed their facial hair policy to allow beards, they […]

When the New York Yankees first banned their players from growing beards, Jimmy Carter was the president of the United States. That rule endured through wars, civil unrest, cultural phenomenons and a global pandemic. Tradition superseded the changing world around the Bronx Bombers. Until now, that is. Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner, after long upholding the […]

The New York Yankees stunned baseball fans everywhere on Friday morning when they dropped their famous no-shave rule. Now, the Yankees players will be allowed to have clean-shaven beards instead of the strict no-beard rule of before. Catcher Austin Wells is just one Yankees player who is thrilled about the new rule. He is pumped […]

The New York Yankees have changed their longstanding facial hair policy, allowing well-groomed beards. Managing General Partner Hal Steinbrenner announced the change on Friday morning, launching the baseball world into mania. Yankees fans, MLB fans, insiders, and analysts all reacted to the stunning beard rule change. Statement from Yankees Managing General Partner Hal Steinbrenner on […]

The New York Yankees have had a no-beard policy since 1976, most of the Steinbrenner family era. But recent photos of new closer Devin Williams without a beard and ex-Bomber Gleyber Torres with one struck up the conversation once again. On Friday morning, Yankees managing general partner Hal Steinbrenner announced an amendment to the facial […]

After they won the American League pennant for the first time since 2009, the New York Yankees signed manager Aaron Boone to a two-year contract extension. The Bronx skipper then received nothing but praise from former MLB All-Star Dan Plesac on MLB Network. "This guy is a really good manager."#MLBTonight reacts to Aaron Boone's two-year […]

From a personal standpoint, it has been a glorious offseason for New York Yankees superstar slugger Aaron Judge. He and his wife welcomed their first child at the end of January. Though, from the outlook of a professional ballplayer, it was presumably an agonizingly long winter for the two-time MVP. In his last taste of […]

It’s easy to criticize the New York Yankees for their decision to extend the contract of manager Aaron Boone for two more years. He has not been able to add to the franchise’s total of 27 World Series titles even though he has been managing the team since the 2018 season. These are the Yankees […]

The New York Yankees’ decision to extend the contract of manager Aaron Boone is not a move that will go over well in all corners of Yankeeland. Boone has been managing the Yankees since the 2018 season, and while the team is a perennial contender for Major League Baseball superiority and has been in the […]

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone signed a two-year contract extension. After guiding the Yankees to the World Series, Boone agreed to guide a team with massive expectations this upcoming season. After losing Juan Soto, New York addressed pitching in its acquisitions and re-signed Tim Hill earlier this week. Boone, who’s been the Yankees manager […]

The New York Yankees have already dealt with some injuries this spring training. Giancarlo Stanton’s opening day is in jeopardy due to issues in both elbows and Austin Wells just took his first swings. The most recent one was Clarke Schmidt, who was dealing with a “cranky back” that was never officially designated as an […]

The New York Yankees have extended manager Aaron Boone heading into the 2025 season. Last year, they finally got over the hump and made it to the World Series for the first time since 2009. After an offseason full of rumors and negotiations, the two sides finally got the deal done just a day before […]

The pitch that inspired one of baseball’s most iconic nicknames—“The Airbender”—has become a fascination at New York Yankees camp. Players like Austin Wells and various coaches have taken the opportunity to watch Devin Williams’ distinctive changeup up close. That level of interest is no shock to Williams, who is set to take over as the […]

After missing out on Juan Soto earlier this offseason, the New York Yankees shifted gears by acquiring Cody Bellinger from the Chicago Cubs. They also bolstered their lineup by signing Paul Goldschmidt to a one-year, $12.5 million deal following the release of first baseman Anthony Rizzo at the end of the 2024 season. Bellinger has […]

With Spring Training games set to commence on Thursday, injury updates are floating in daily from all MLB clubs. The New York Yankees will have their Grapefruit League opener on Friday, but the team will keep their eyes on a certain bullpen session. Yankees starting pitcher Clarke Schmidt has been dealing with a “cranky” back […]

New York Yankees’ star player Aaron Judge is not one to shy away from the spotlight. But this time, he’s teasing the potential opportunity of joining Team USA in 2026 for the World Baseball Classic. If he follows through, it would mark Judge’s first appearance in the prestigious international tournament. “I think that’d be pretty […]

Marcus Stroman may not have a clear role in the Yankees’ regular-season rotation, but he’s still getting the ball first in spring training. The right-hander will start Friday’s Grapefruit League opener, despite uncertainty about Stroman’s future with the team. Stroman, who signed a two-year, $37 million deal, has found himself behind Gerrit Cole, Max Fried, […]

CC Sabathia will be inducted into the 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame and he will go in as a member of the New York Yankees. The legendary left-hander spent 11 seasons in the Bronx and explained on Tuesday why he decided to be inducted as a Yankee. Via Sportscenter: “Just for me, it was the […]

When the New York Yankees face the Milwaukee Brewers in the Bronx on Opening Day 2025, there will be a familiar voice behind the microphone. Joe Buck, who called 24 World Series for Fox, will return to the baseball broadcast booth on March 27 for the game, which will air on ESPN. It will be […]

Even with spring training in full swing, trade rumors are still swirling around Nolan Arenado of the St. Louis Cardinals. And with the New York Yankees both a contender for his services and suddenly in need of another bat, perhaps it’s time for the two parties to revisit their trade talks. Giancarlo Stanton, the oft-injured […]

The Toronto Blue Jays and star first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. were not able to agree on a contract extension before the slugger’s set deadline, and he will be hitting free agency next offseason, leaving many wondering if he will be traded at some point either this spring or in the summer before the trade […]

The New York Yankees lost Juan Soto this winter to their crosstown rivals in the New York Mets, and the superstar made it clear he believes his new ballclub is in a better position to compete for a title in 2025. However, Aaron Judge had some rebuttal to those comments. Judge firmly believes the Yankees […]

The New York Yankees are defending American League Champions but have a massive hole in their lineup. Juan Soto left for a record-setting contract with the New York Mets. His 41 home runs and 109 RBIs will be missed regardless of their offseason additions. Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe spoke about how much Soto will be […]

The New York Yankees have opened spring training and already have a significant injury. After a historic postseason run last year, Giancarlo Stanton is back on the shelf. Stanton told the Associated Press that he is dealing with a tennis elbow injury, something he dealt with for parts of last year. “Tennis elbow or however […]

New York Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton is getting some bad news. Stanton is entering Spring Training hobbled by elbow soreness, per The Athletic. Stanton is considered behind schedule, although it’s uncertain what exactly that means. The outfielder may not be able to go for Opening Day, per the Associated Press. “I’m not going to put […]

The New York Yankees reached the World Series for the 41st time in franchise history in the 2024 season. However, the Bronx Bombers failed to extend their MLB-leading title total of 27 as the Los Angeles Dodgers bested New York in a gentleman’s sweep, winning 4-1. Now the Yankees are looking to retool moving forward […]

The New York Yankees had to follow Plan B this offseason. They lost Juan Soto to the New York Mets and pivoted to add several quality players. Max Fried was the first move, signing him to the richest contract ever given to a left-handed pitcher. With spring training underway, Yankees manager Aaron Boone has seen […]

The New York Yankees fell three victories short of a World Series championship in 2024. Still, the Yankees reached the Fall Classic and their future is bright. Despite losing Juan Soto in free agency, New York found a way to maintain a competitive roster with significant additions such as Max Fried and Cody Bellinger. The […]

New York Yankees hurler Devin Williams is opening up about having to shave his beard for the team. The Yankees are known for making their players stay clean-shaven, and Williams has some scruff right now. “Everyone’s got an opinion, so, it is what it is,” Williams said about having to shave, per MLB.com. Williams is […]

The New York Yankees are looking to avenge their loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the 2024 World Series, although it will be difficult for them to do so, especially when they lost one of their best players last season in Juan Soto. The Yankees are trying to make up for it by beefing […]

DJ LeMahieu’s potential as the New York Yankees’ starting third baseman is raising eyebrows heading into spring training. While the Yankees possess significant talent, a big question mark remains at third base. While his versatility and veteran status make him a potential solution, LeMahieu’s recent play at the position is concerning. LeMahieu has struggled over […]

The New York Yankees like to think of themselves as the potential home to a number of great players. Outside of the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Yankees almost certainly have more spending power than any other team in baseball. While the New York Mets were able to outbid the Yankees and gain Juan Soto’s services […]

The New York Yankees will be looking to reach the mountaintop in 2025 after losing in the World Series last fall to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Aaron Boone guided the ball club to a 94-68 record and an American League pennant in his eighth season as the skipper. It also appears that Boone isn’t going […]

The New York Yankees have started spring training, and the drama is already starting. Marcus Stroman did not show up to the first two days of camp amid trade rumors. But he showed up on Friday and confidently said he was a starter and would not pitch in the bullpen. The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal was […]