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New York YankeesYankees: Cameron Maybin reveals key rule holding franchise back

Although it has been well over a decade since the New York Yankees won a championship, the organization still conducts itself in the same buttoned-up manner that it did during the glory days of the George Steinbrenner era. Though, some traditions overstay their welcome and could even have a counterproductive effect. A former Yankees player […]

New York YankeesYankees' Aaron Judge gets best case scenario toe injury update from Brian Cashman

The New York Yankees have been the talk of the MLB with their 2023 offseason trades and signing. The Yankees landed Juan Soto shortly after acquiring Alex Verdugo. Still, New York has Aaron Judge on the roster, one of the best hitters in the league. Brian Cashman provided a positive update on Judge’s nagging toe […]

San Diego PadresPadres' AJ Preller gets brutally honest on trading Juan Soto to Yankees

After weeks of speculation, Juan Soto is now a member of the New York Yankees. There is belief that this durable star can reinvigorate the franchise and fan base for at least for 2024. Despite there not being as much optimism surrounding the trade in Petco Park, this is obviously a monumental moment for the […]

New York YankeesBrian Cashman's latest Juan Soto contract extension update will worry Yankees fans

The New York Yankees pulled off a blockbuster trade on Wednesday by acquiring outfielder Juan Soto from the San Diego Padres. Not to dampen the excitement about the deal, but Yankees general manager Brian Cashman provided an update on Soto’s contract extension that could worry New York fans, via Brian Hoch of MLB. “Brian Cashman […]

New York YankeesMLB rumors: Yankees interested in Jordan Hicks, but there's a twist

No one wants to be considered a Plan B, but if Jordan Hicks ends up on the New York Yankees in 2024, it probably means the team failed in loftier pursuits. Specifically, with free agent starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto. The Yankees have identified him as a top target to bolster their rotation, but there is […]

New York YankeesMLB free agency: 2 ways to heat up the stove

Before the 2023 MLB season even concluded, many were eagerly anticipating the offseason. This anticipation stemmed from the belief that this could be one of the more memorable free agency winters in recent memory, primarily due to one player: Shohei Ohtani. The two-way player had become so mesmerizing that, even on a losing team, he […]

New York YankeesMLB rumors: Yankees going all-in on Yoshinobu Yamamoto after Juan Soto trade

The New York Yankees have landed their white whale, acquiring Juan Soto in a trade with the San Diego Padres. However even with Soto, the Yankees aren’t prepared to stop their offseason spending. New York viewed trading for Soto as a “must have.” As they pursue Japanese ace Yoshinobu Yamamoto, the Yankees are viewing him […]

New York YankeesYankees' Brian Cashman issues eye-opening Juan Soto trade truth bomb

The New York Yankees completed a blockbuster trade with the San Diego Padres to acquire superstar outfielder Juan Soto, and general manager Brian Cashman had a simple response on why he made the move. “As you know, the future is always now,” Brian Cashman said, via Bryan Hoch of MLB.com. The Yankees added a superstar […]

New York YankeesDerek Jeter's perfect 5-word response to Yankees-Padres Juan Soto trade

The New York Yankees and San Diego Padres recently agreed to a Juan Soto trade. Aaron Judge shared his reaction to the news on Thursday, and it is safe to say he’s thrilled to have Soto on the team. Yankees legend Derek Jeter also reacted to the deal Thursday. MLB posted a video on X […]

New York YankeesYankees' Aaron Judge breaks silence on blockbuster Juan Soto trade

The New York Yankees acquired superstar outfielder Juan Soto from the San Diego Padres in a blockbuster trade on Wednesday. Fans are excited, but how does Yankees Captain Aaron Judge feel about the deal? “I’m excited, we gave up quite a few pieces to get him, but he’s a generational talent,” Judge said of the […]

New York YankeesYankees' Aaron Judge centerfield plan after Juan Soto trade draws pushback

There is much celebration among fans of the New York Yankees after the team finalized its blockbuster trade for left fielder Juan Soto, as it gives the team a bonafide superstar teammate for franchise cornerstone Aaron Judge, and on the outfield, no less. Soto has been one of the best, most entertaining hitters to watch […]

New York YankeesGrading Yankees-Padres blockbuster Juan Soto trade

The first major domino of this offseason fell today when the New York Yankees and San Diego Padres made a Juan Soto trade, and now this trade needs some grades. The Yankees needed to make a splash after their self-described “disaster” of a season in 2023, and acquiring the 25-year-old superstar from the Dominican Republic […]

New York YankeesYankees: Yoshinobu Yamamoto's blunt message to NY amid Juan Soto addition, revealed

The New York Yankees were expected to be one of the most active teams in this offseason as they are coming off a disappointing season in which they missed the playoffs, and the Evil Empire of the MLB doesn’t stay down for long. On Wednesday night, the Yankees swung the biggest trade of the offseason […]

New York YankeesYankees: Potential Juan Soto, Aaron Judge batting order draws perfect Michael Kay reaction

Juan Soto has a new home. The San Diego Padres have finally decided to push the trade button on the talented outfielder, sending him to the New York Yankees. The Yankees are a better team than they were a day before the deal to acquire Juan Soto became official. Soto is bringing his immense talent to the Bronx where he now […]

New York YankeesJuan Soto's eye-popping trade to Yankees first of its kind in MLB history

The New York Yankees’ blockbuster trade with the San Diego Padres for outfielder Juan Soto on Wednesday has several historical implications. Juan Soto became the first major leaguer to accomplish several feats before turning 26 years old, per MLB.com’s Sarah Langs. Juan Soto is a 3-time All-Star + just turned 25 on Opening Day, he’ll […]

New York YankeesYankees' Juan Soto is sparking Mickey Mantle vibes after trade to New York

The New York Yankees aren’t a franchise that stays down for long. Called the MLB’s Evil Empire for a reason, the Yankees have been so good for so long, and now, after a disappointing 2023 season, they managed to swing one of the biggest moves of the offseason after they finalized their trade for star […]

New York YankeesJuan Soto trade completion has Yankees fans going crazy

The New York Yankees have finally pulled it off. Juan Soto is now heading to the Big Apple after the San Diego Padres agreed to trade him to the New York franchise. As of time of writing, the full details of the Soto trade have yet to be made official, though it has reportedly been […]

New York YankeesYankees win Juan Soto sweepstakes, complete trade with Padres

Juan Soto has a new home. The San Diego Padres have decided to push the trade button on the talented outfielder, sending him to the New York Yankees, according to Joel Sherman of the New York Post. “The trade between the Yankees and Padres sending Juan Soto and Trent Grisham to New York is now […]

New York YankeesYankees finalizing Juan Soto blockbuster trade with Padres

The MLB offseason has gotten off to a slow start, but things appear to be picking up now. The San Diego Padres are finalizing a deal to trade superstar Juan Soto to the New York Yankees in a blockbuster trade, per Jon Morosi of MLB Network. Joel Sherman and Jack Curry also had details of […]

New York YankeesYankees set for Yoshinobu Yamamoto meeting next week

The New York Yankees are all of a sudden one of the busiest teams in the MLB and they’re doing their due diligence while adding for 2024 and beyond. After acquiring outfielder Alex Verdugo from the Boston Red Sox, the Yankees are reportedly close to getting Juan Soto and they’ve scheduled a meeting with top […]

New York YankeesGrading Yankees-Red Sox Alex Verdugo trade

The New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox agreed to an Alex Verdugo-led trade on Tuesday night. The deal saw New York acquire Verdugo for three right-handed pitchers in Richard Fitts, Greg Weissert and Nicholas Judice, ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported. Verdugo is a talented player who was originally acquired by the Red Sox from the […]

New York YankeesYankees open to Aaron Judge centerfield move as Juan Soto trade talks heat up

With the New York Yankees and San Diego Padres Juan Soto trade talks heating up, fans are likely wondering how the team’s outfield defense could look in 2024. Yankees manager Aaron Boone said that the team is open to Aaron Judge being the everyday centerfielder in 2024, per Brendan Kuty of The Athletic. The Yankees […]

New York YankeesYankees' Giancarlo Stanton working on massive change for 2024

Giancarlo Stanton is one of the best power hitters in MLB when healthy. The problem has been staying on the field in recent years. In fact, even Brian Cashman is preparing for a potential Stanton injury. Cashman’s comments were surprising to say the least. It is not often you hear a general manager admit to […]

New York YankeesMLB rumors: Juan Soto trade to Yankees gaining steam

The Juan Soto-New York Yankees trade rumors are back. After Soto and the Yankees dominated headlines (aside from Shohei Ohtani’s free agency) to begin the offseason, trade talks reportedly hit a roadblock after New York learned of the San Diego Padres asking price. The talks have resumed though, and Jack Curry of YES Network even […]

New York YankeesMLB rumors: The 1 player Yankees won't add in potential Juan Soto trade after Alex Verdugo deal

With the New York Yankees in a stalemate with the San Diego Padres in Juan Soto trade discussions, the team decided to deal for Boston Red Sox outfielder Alex Verdugo. While the Yankees are still eyeing a Soto trade, their acquisition of Verdugo changes the playing field. Now that the Yankees have Verdugo, they aren’t […]

New York YankeesJuan Soto to Yankees hype train gets major boost with strong Jack Curry declaration

The New York Yankees made their first newsworthy move of the offseason on Tuesday, acquiring Alex Verdugo from the Boston Red Sox. Adding a left-handed hitting outfielder could be a message to fans that a Juan Soto trade is no longer on the table, but that is not the case. Yes Network analyst Jack Curry […]

New York YankeesMLB rumors: Yankees' Juan Soto stance amid Alex Verdugo trade has Aaron Judge impact

The New York Yankees have made a big effort to improve their team during the 2023-24 MLB offseason. The Yankees have acquired Alex Verdugo in a deal from the Boston Red Sox. Nevertheless, New York is still interested in Juan Soto despite Aaron Judge’s presence on the team. The Yankees want to continue to improve […]

New York YankeesMLB rumors: Shohei Ohtani's view of NY will shatter fans' dreams of landing prized free agent

Every MLB team dreams of adding superstar Shohei Ohtani this offseason. A handful of teams are rumored to have a real shot at landing Shohei Ohtani in free agency, including the Los Angeles Dodgers, San Francisco Giants, Atlanta Braves, Toronto Blue Jays, and New York Yankees. But Ohtani reportedly said that he couldn’t see himself […]

Boston Red SoxYankees acquiring Alex Verdugo via trade with Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox are making a rare trade with their hated rival. The New York Yankees are acquiring outfielder Alex Verdugo in exchange for pitchers Richard Fitts, Greg Weissert and Nicholas Judice, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. A potential deal between the Red Sox and Yankees had previously been reported, but it is still […]

New York MetsYankees' Brian Cashman ready to 'compete' with Mets for Yoshinobu Yamamoto

Yoshinobu Yamamoto is considered the best player in MLB free agency who’s not named Shohei Ohtani. The Japanese hurler is attracting a ton of attention, including from the New York Yankees and the New York Mets, two teams who have always been expected to throw their hats into the ring for the chance to win […]

New York YankeesYankees' Brian Cashman hints at potential trade plans

The New York Yankees entered the offseason with many expecting the club to make some significant moves. So far, they have yet to make a huge splash, though, rumors are still swirling about the team’s pursuit of San Diego Padres star Juan Soto. In any case, New York general manager Brian Cashman is seemingly taking […]

New York YankeesWhy Yankees must avoid signing Matt Chapman in free agency

Matt Chapman is one of the best free agents available this winter, and the New York Yankees have struggled to find production from their third basemen in recent years. So, should the Yankees go get the former Toronto Blue Jays slugger to man the hot corner? Not so fast. Let’s find out why Chapman and […]

New York YankeesAaron Boone's Yoshinobu Yamamoto update will fire up Yankees fans

Outside of Shohei Ohtani, Japanese phenom pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto is probably the hottest name on the open market. Virtually every team in the big leagues would love to sign the hard-throwing right-hander, who profiles to be a top-of-the-line starter at the MLB level. The New York Yankees are one ballclub who are seriously in the […]

New York YankeesMLB rumors: Yankees facing stiff competition as they attempt to reunite with key reliever

The New York Yankees have been linked to stars such as Juan Soto and Yoshinobu Yamamoto this offseason. New York is not forgetting about depth though. The Yankees are reportedly “one of many teams” interested in relief pitcher Wandy Peralta, per Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The Yankees bullpen was their strength in […]

San Diego PadresJung-hoo Lee garnering interest from trio of teams with posting imminent

With the Winter Meetings now underway, the MLB rumors will be kicked up a notch. While it was known at the end of November that the New York Yankees and San Franciso Giants were interested in Korean outfielder Jung-hoo Lee, you can now add the San Diego Padres to that list. The news comes as […]

MLBYankees must return to Evil Empire roots with Juan Soto, Yoshinobu Yamamoto

It has been nearly 15 years since the New York Yankees last won the World Series. In 2023, they flirted with a losing record for the first time in more than 30 years. It is time for the Yankees to bring back the evil empire, remember what made them the Yankees, and ultimately get back […]

Los Angeles DodgersMLB rumors: Yankees, Dodgers among finalists for Yoshinobu Yamamoto

25-year-old Japanese pitching phenom Yoshinobu Yamamoto has been given permission by the Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) club to try his luck in the big leagues via the player posting system. While every MLB club would love to have a player such as Yoshinobu Yamamoto, MLB Insider Bob Nightengale told Dodgers Nation that he thinks either […]

Toronto Blue JaysMLB rumors: Blue Jays surpass Yankees as favorites to trade for Juan Soto

The New York Yankees have long been the favorite to trade for Juan Soto. The Toronto Blue Jays are reportedly emerging as the new favorite to acquire the San Diego Padres star, according to MLB insider Hector Gomez. “SOURCE: #BlueJays intensify talks with #Padres for Juan Soto. The #BlueJays now emerge as the favorites to […]

New York YankeesMLB rumors: Yankees pausing Juan Soto trade talks after Padres reveal massive asking price

Will the New York Yankees trade for Juan Soto? The Yankees and San Diego Padres have been rumored to be discussing a trade, but San Diego’s asking price may present an obstacle in the teams’ talks. The Padres reportedly want pitcher Michael King, pitching prospect Drew Thorpe, and other prospects for Soto. The Yankees don’t […]

New York YankeesYankees pen sincere Luis Severino message after signing with Mets in free agency

Free agency is always an exciting time for fans who would love nothing more than to see their beloved teams upgrade their roster. However, free agency is also a time for goodbyes, and on Friday, Luis Severino finalized his move to the New York Mets, marking an end to his eight-year stint as a member […]

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