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New York Yankees legend Mariano Rivera and his wife, Clara, are facing serious sexual abuse allegations. Christian Arnold of The New York Post reported on Wednesday that a lawsuit was filed in State Supreme Court in Westchester County. The plaintiff accuses the Riveras of covering up sexual abuse while she was at a summer camp […]

Former New York Yankees pitcher CC Sabathia was elected to the Major League Baseball Hall of Fame, and during an appearance after the news dropped, he spoke about what it is like to actually go to the Hall of Fame, and encouraged current players to make the trip to Cooperstown so that they have a […]

Former New York Yankees starting pitcher CC Sabathia wrapped up one of the best careers from a MLB pitcher that we have ever seen in 2019, and he was named a first-ballot Hall of Famer because of it. Sabathia was in the league from 2001 until 2019. He played for the Cleveland Indians (now Guardians), […]

Recently voted to the Major League Baseball Hall of Fame, former New York Yankees starting pitcher, CC Sabathia, was asked who the best player he has played with is during an appearance on The Dan Patrick Show. His answer was simple, saying it was Alex Rodriguez, with Roberto Alomar as a close second. “A-Rod,” CC […]

On the day CC Sabathia was officially announced for induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame, the six-foot-six lefty revealed on X that he considered hanging it up after the 2017 season until a former player convinced him to return to the mound. “I wouldn’t be here in this moment without Harold Reynolds,” Sabathia stated […]

The 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame class was announced on Tuesday, with some of the game’s greatest players finally getting inducted into the Hall to recognize their stellar careers. One of those players was longtime Seattle Mariners standout Ichiro Suzuki, who was a near-unanimous vote in his first season of eligibility. Shortly after Ichiro was […]

CC Sabathia was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame on Tuesday. After a career that featured 3,000 strikeouts and 251 wins, he got a spot in Cooperstown on his first ballot. But Sabathia had a great run with the Cleveland Guardians and New York Yankees and has to choose which cap he will wear […]

When it’s all said and done, many of us hope that our lives will not be defined by only a title or achievement. Legacies are crafted by countless moments, including the small ones witnessed by a handful of people. But earning candidacy in the National Baseball Hall of Fame is undoubtedly a nice thing to […]

The New York Yankees lost the biggest free agency sweepstakes in baseball history. Juan Soto signed with the crosstown Mets, even after spending one year in The Bronx. They pivoted off Plan A, signing Max Fried and trading for Devin Williams and Cody Bellinger to improve their team. But the Yankees should make one more […]

The Baseball Hall of Fame has officially unveiled its 2025 class with Seattle Mariners legend Ichiro Suzuki headlining. But while Ichiro was the obvious call — he missed unanimous selection by a single vote — CC Sabathia and Billy Wagner had to sweat it out a little more. That’s especially true for Wagner, who was […]

CC Sabathia spent 11 seasons with the New York Yankees and was a fan favorite in that time. His dominant pitching and role in delivering a championship to the Bronx in his first season are two major reasons why. Then there’s the now-famous story of Sabathia forfeiting a $500,000 bonus to back up a teammate. […]

In two Major League seasons, New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe has given fans plenty of reason to hope he could be the team’s long-term solution at the position once manned by Derek Jeter. Volpe raised his batting average by 34 points between his rookie and sophomore campaigns (though the starting point was a paltry […]

Based on the early anonymous voting results, CC Sabathia will almost certainly represent the New York Yankees as a first-ballot member of the National Baseball Hall of Fame. The former left-handed starting pitcher is shattering expectations and receiving the utmost respect from the writers. Nevertheless, one can never have enough support. MLB Network is doing […]

The New York Yankees find themselves in a difficult position as they attempt to trade veteran right-handed starting pitcher Marcus Stroman before the 2025 season begins. Stroman, owed $18 million next season with a vesting option for another $18 million in 2026 if he surpasses 140 innings pitched, is proving challenging to move due to […]

As Spring Training nears, the New York Yankees’ front office, led by general manager Brian Cashman, has made it clear that their most pressing offseason priority is addressing the team’s lack of left-handed depth in the bullpen. The Yankees currently do not have a single left-handed reliever on their 40-man roster, a rarity and concern […]

The New York Yankees added some depth on Monday, signing Dominic Smith to a minor league deal, the YES Network’s Jack Curry reported. Smith, a first baseman and outfielder, played for the Boston Red Sox and Cincinnati Reds last season. In 93 games, he slashed 233/.313/.378  with six home runs. The Red Sox released him […]

The San Francisco Giants reportedly have been told that Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki will not be signing with them during his signing window that opens on Jan. 15, according to Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle. Giants general manager Zack Minasian gave the update during a call regarding the signing of veteran starter Justin […]

Hot stove season continues to simmer, as most of the big names have locked in their long-term, big money deals. Yet the secondary market continues to move forward, as bullpen help has been particularly sought after. One name reportedly drawing interest is veteran left-hander Brooks Raley. According to the Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon, […]

The New York Yankees had a solid season in 2024 that allowed them to compete for yet another World Series title. However, after getting through the American League playoffs by beating the Kansas City Royals and the Cleveland Guardians, the Yankees fell apart in the World Series to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Yankees getting over […]

A well-traveled relief pitcher is getting some intense interest this Major League Baseball offseason. Former New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers reliever Tommy Kahnle has eight teams wanting to talk to him about a deal, per the New York Post. The market for relief pitchers is starting to gain some steam, and Kahnle is […]

Major League Baseball has indefinitely banned two New York Yankees fans, Austin Capobianco and John P. Hansen, from all MLB stadiums following their actions during Game 4 of the 2024 World Series. The incident involved Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Mookie Betts and occurred at Yankee Stadium, where the fans grabbed Betts’ wrist and attempted to […]

The New York Yankees have been doing their best to replace the production they’re about to lose in 2025 with the departure of Juan Soto for in-city rival New York Mets. But they’re far from done with making moves. However, they have some other roster matters to deal with before they can add another hitter […]

The New York Yankees’ offseason started on an extremely sour note after Juan Soto moved to Flushing, but the club garnered plenty of momentum for itself through the additions of Max Fried, Devin Williams and Paul Goldschmidt. Brian Cashman’s winter is staying on a fortuitous track following his latest move. Williams and the Yankees are […]

It looks like Billy Joel has added another show to his 2025 One Night One Stage Tour, this time with Rod Stewart, at Yankee Stadium in New York City. The concert was announced on Thursday, January 9, 2025. Joel and Stewart will take the stage at Yankee Stadium on July 18, 2025. Tickets for the […]

The New York Yankees have pivoted after losing Juan Soto to the New York Mets in free agency. They added Cody Bellinger, Devin Williams, and Max Fried to try and improve a team that lost a phenomenal hitter. But regardless of Soto, they needed a refresh in their infield after a brutal defensive season. Paul […]

When the New York Yankees failed to re-sign Juan Soto, the franchise responded by bringing in starting pitcher Max Fried, outfielder Cody Bellinger, reliever Devin Williams and first baseman Paul Goldschmidt. It’s quite a haul for the reigning American League champions, but if the Yankees want to go further and win their first World Series […]

The New York Yankees made a quick pivot after losing Juan Soto to the New York Mets, but they are not done, as they are looking to offload starting pitcher Marcus Stroman in a trade to clear his $18 million salary for 2025, according to Bob Nightengale of USA Today. The Yankees brought in Max […]

The New York Yankees still need help in the infield, but just as rumors heated up that the team was looking to trade for Luis Arraez, one MLB insider poured cold water on the idea. “Hearing at least for now Luis Arraez is not seen as a fit for Yankees,” the New York Post’s Jon […]

With Gleyber Torres now a member of the Detroit Tigers, the New York Yankees still need infield help. But with rumors flying about Gavin Lux and Luis Arraez, manager Aaron Boone has given a vote of confidence to his veteran second baseman, DJ LeMahieu. LeMahieu was ineffective in 67 games played for the Yankees in […]

The New York Yankees got right to work after losing Juan Soto to the New York Mets, signing starting pitcher Max Fried, trading for closer Devin Williams from the Milwaukee Brewers and reliever Fernando Cruz from the Cincinnati Reds, while also signing Paul Goldschmidt to replace Anthony Rizzo at first base. However, the Yankees are […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers won the World Series but that has not stopped them from making offseason additions. Their recent signing of Hye-seong Kim from the KBO increased their infielder surplus and put Gavin Lux on the trade block. The New York Yankees and Seattle Mariners have interest, according to Pat Ragazzo of Sports Illustrated. “…the […]

One of the biggest stories of this MLB offseason is where Japanese phenom Roki Sasaki will choose to sign. While teams around the league get their starting rotations sorted out for next season, some of the league’s most iconic organizations are waiting to see if Sasaki chooses to join their club. Now, those teams may […]

Introductory press conferences, especially in the early winter, are moments filled with optimism and reflection. That sentiment was evident on Thursday during Paul Goldschmidt’s first official remarks since signing a one-year, $12.5 million contract to take on the role of the New York Yankees’ first baseman. Goldschmidt expressed confidence that he could be the missing […]

The New York Yankees introduced Paul Goldschmidt to the media on Thursday. They signed the veteran first baseman to a one-year, $12 million deal to replace Anthony Rizzo at the position. Much was made in the aftermath of the signing about the relationship between Goldschmidt and Aaron Judge. He spoke about the relationship and heaped […]

The New York Yankees are linked to what feels like every talented MLB player most offseasons as the big-market club is known for making splashy moves. However, Nolan Arenado and Alex Bregman are two names that Yankee fans can forget about. New York isn’t interested in either player, via MLB Network insider Joel Sherman. "I […]

The Detroit Tigers signed Gleyber Torres to a one-year contract on Saturday. The former New York Yankees infielder signed in Detroit to be their everyday second baseman. Moreover, he turned down multi-year contract offers in favor of a one-year pact with one of the American League’s best success stories in 2024. However, one of these […]

Aaron Judge is expanding his family. The New York Yankees captain is reportedly expecting his first child with his wife, Samantha Bracksieck. Judge and Bracksieck originally met in high school when they both attended Linden High School in California. Judge graduated from the school in 2010, and the couple attended Fresno State together. The couple […]

After seven seasons, Gleyber Torres is no longer a member of the New York Yankees organization. The infielder signed a one-year, $15 million deal with the Detroit Tigers on Friday and will be their everyday second baseman in 2025. After officially joining the Tigers, Torres penned a heartfelt message to the Yankees, who called him […]

The New York Yankees have a need in the infield, specifically at second or third base, and many are wondering if Alex Bregman is on the team’s radar. He is the best player remaining on the market, but it seems that the team is not looking to sign the free agent. “Yankees people love Alex […]