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Now that the Baltimore Orioles, coming off of a 102 win season, have acquired star pitcher Corbin Burnes, can the New York Yankees still be considered favorites in the American League East? The answer is no, at least according to Jon Heyman of MLB Network: .@JonHeyman breaks down the Orioles blockbuster trade for 2021 NL […]

Spring training is just around the corner but Blake Snell remains a free agent. Still, he is a chief target among many teams, including the New York Yankees. Why Snell is still not part of the American League East division club is mainly because the two sides reportedly are not seeing each other in the […]

Former superstar pitcher Noah Syndergaard has bounced around the MLB in recent seasons and is now reportedly garnering interest from none other than the New York Yankees. The Yankees suffered a down year during the 2023 campaign, unable to capitalize on the previous season’s trip all the way to the American League Championship Series, and […]

The New York Yankees need to bolster their rotation or else they will end up wasting the 2024 season. The Yankees significantly upgraded their offense during the 2023 offseason by acquiring Juan Soto from the San Diego Padres. Unfortunately, Soto’s acquisition came at a high cost, as the Yankees traded away numerous top pitching prospects […]

The New York Yankees are reportedly signing Greg Allen to a minor league deal, according to Jon Heyman of the New York Post. If Greg Allen plays in the major this year with the Yankees, he will get $1.1 million, according to Joel Sherman of the New York Post. Allen has had two stints with […]

The New York Yankees reportedly claimed reliever Matt Gage off waivers from the Houston Astros Monday, per Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Gage, 30, is a left-handed reliever. He’s spent limited time at the big league level but has performed well across 16 total appearances. Gage made his MLB debut in 2022 with […]

The New York Knicks took on the Miami Heat on Saturday for a nationally televised matinee game that saw New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge catching up with Drake: Drake and Aaron Judge enjoying the vibes at The Garden 🤩 #NBACelebRow#NBARivalsWeekKnicks-Heat | Live on ABC pic.twitter.com/t66RXx8CQO — NBA (@NBA) January 27, 2024 This isn’t the […]

Despite being the reigning American League Cy Young, Gerrit Cole is not content. He is focused on improving his pitching repertoire and becoming truly unstoppable. Such dominance is not typically found in today’s game, but the New York Yankees ace is still determined to ascend to the next level of greatness. There is one pitch […]

The New York Yankees are trying to assemble a murderer’s row of hitters in their batting order, with the acquisition of the hard-hitting Juan Soto sure to give their lineup more of a punch alongside star slugger Aaron Judge. With there being less than a month away from the start of Spring Training, there is […]

After trading for one of the best offensive players in baseball and signing a multi-time All-Star starting pitcher in MLB free agency, are the New York Yankees tightening their belt? A recent report appears to indicate an air of frugality in the Bronx, at least in the organization’s pursuit of relief pitching. “The Yankees, currently […]

The New York Yankees announced that they have outrighted infielder Jeter Downs and outfielder Oscar Gonzalez to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Outfielder Bubba Thompson was also claimed off of waivers by the Minnesota Twins. The Yankees designated Jeter Downs, Oscar Gonzalez and Bubba Thompson for assignment recently. Downs and Gonzalez passed through waivers, while Thompson was obviously […]

Results of the voting for the 2024 Baseball Hall of Fame class came out on Tuesday, with the trio of Adrian Beltre, Todd Helton, and Joe Mauer making it to Cooperstown. But amid those three’s deserved induction, one notable exclusion stole headlines, with New York Yankees legend Alex Rodriguez being left out yet again in […]

The New York Yankees are looking to return to the playoffs in 2024. Although New York still could make more moves before the 2024 season gets underway, the Yankees are preparing for Aaron Judge and newly-acquired Juan Soto to lead the lineup. Speaking of the lineup, fans are surely wondering where Judge and Soto will […]

The New York Yankees have already managed to make a splash in free agency and there could be more moves coming. The Bronx Bombers are reportedly interested in stud reliever Hector Neris, who spent the last two seasons with the Houston Astros. A Wandy Peralta reunion is also possible. Via Mark Feinsand: “Feinsand reports that […]

The New York Yankees have upgraded their roster this offseason, trading for outfielders Juan Soto and Alex Verdugo while also signing Marcus Stroman in free agency. The Yankees’ outlook for the 2024 season is hopeful at the moment, but they would benefit from adding one more starting pitcher. What if New York made a bonkers […]

The New York Yankees missed the playoffs in 2023. Giancarlo Stanton endured a forgettable individual campaign as well. New York has displayed an effort to bounce back this offseason by adding stars such as Juan Soto and Marcus Stroman. Stanton has also worked hard to find his All-Star form once again, according to Brian Cashman. […]

The latest MLB rumors find the New York Yankees on a quest to improve their bullpen for the 2024 season. The Yankees boast Gerrit Cole as their starting pitcher and signed Marcus Stroman in free agency. Still, New York is looking at intriguing backup pieces that are still on the market. The Yankees have numerous […]

The New York Yankees landed free agent pitcher Marcus Stroman last week on a two-year, $37 million deal. Now the 2022 All-Star is saying that the pressure of pitching for the Yankees is going to make him even better, according to Bryan Hoch of MLB.com: “I’m not someone who shies away from the limelight or […]

The New York Yankees were one of the most disappointing teams in the MLB in the 2023 season. They ended the season barely above .500 and failed to make a playoff appearance. But after a strong offseason, general manager, Brian Cashman has a message for the fanbase. Cashman discussed what the Yankees are doing to […]

Hiroki Kuroda hasn’t played in the MLB since 2014 but he did extend his career in Japan playing for the Hiroshima Carp. The veteran pitcher spent time with the Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Yankees in a seven-year career. Now, 10 years after leaving the Majors, Kuroda is officially being placed into the Japanese […]

On most MLB teams, Aaron Judge is the undisputed best hitter in the lineup. But with the New York Yankees acquiring Juan Soto, that title is certainly up for debate. On Thursday, the newest addition to the Yankees’ rotation, Marcus Stroman, weighed in on that debate. “Soto is the better hitter I’ve ever faced,” Stroman […]

Former Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Marcus Stroman signed with the New York Yankees in a thrilling MLB Free Agency move. Brian Cashman and the Yankees were interested in Stroman a few years back but did not trade for him. Stroman addressed his ‘beef’ with Cashman and gave a positive outlook. Marcus Stroman is turning a […]

The New York Yankees agreed to a contract with former Los Angeles Angels infielder Jose Rojas, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reports. It is a minor league deal for Rojas, but it does include an invite to MLB spring training. Rojas features versatility. He can play second or third base, and also has experience in […]

The New York Yankees officially announced the signing of starting pitcher Marcus Stroman to a two-year contract with an option for 2026, and they needed to clear a spot on the 40-man roster, so they designated outfielder Oscar Gonzalez for assignment. The Yankees were looking for starting pitching help after trading much of their depth […]

The New York Yankees recently agreed to a $37 million contract with starting pitcher Marcus Stroman. New York had previously been linked to starting pitcher Blake Snell, but ultimately pivoted to Stroman. So could the Yankees still sign Snell? What’s next for New York? “The Yankees, yes they have not met Blake Snell’s price,” MLB […]

With pitchers and catchers set to report for spring training in just over a month, the New York Yankees ramped up their pursuit of starting pitching. Their efforts resulted in Marcus Stroman returning to New York, this time to wear pinstripes. That signing came about after progress on a contract with free agent Blake Snell […]

After much hounding from their fan base, the New York Yankees have officially added starting pitching help. Though, it is probably not the big name many people had been envisioning. Before the organization agreed to a contract with All-Star right-hander Marcus Stroman, it was turned down by reigning National League Cy Young Blake Snell. The […]

Right-hander Marcus Stroman has found a new home. The 2022 All-Star agreed to a contract with the New York Yankees in free agency on Thursday, as reported by ESPN’s Jeff Passan. “Right-hander Marcus Stroman and the New York Yankees are in agreement on a contract, sources tell ESPN,” Passan wrote on Twitter. “Stroman, 32, was […]

After a period of uncertainty, the New York Yankees and Juan Soto have agreed on a one-year, $31-million contract, per ESPN’s Jeff Passan. The former Padres outfielder will enter free agency after the 2024 season, but for now, he will help New York in their quest to get back to the MLB Playoffs. The Yankees […]

Since trading for Juan Soto, the New York Yankees have been focused on adding pitching. While not Blake Snell nor Jordan Montgomery, the Yankees have brought a pitcher back to New York. Luke Weaver agreed to a one-year, $2 million deal with New York, via Robert Murray of FanSided. Weaver’s deal includes an option for […]

Jordan Hicks, a former St. Louis Cardinals and Toronto Blue Jays reliever, is reportedly drawing interest in MLB free agency from the New York Yankees and Houston Astros, per Jon Morosi of MLB Network. The Yankees have been linked to a number of players during the offseason. Houston hasn’t been mentioned as a landing destination […]

Originally, it seemed as if the New York Yankees had no interest in signing Marcus Stroman. But with the MLB hot stove always burning, it appears the Yankees have had a change of heart. New York has emerged as the favorite to sign Stroman, via Jon Morosi of the MLB Network. Both sides have reportedly […]

Dylan Cease is one of the most popular remaining trade candidates this offseason. The Los Angeles Dodgers, Baltimore Orioles, and New York Yankees have been mentioned as potential landing destinations for the Chicago White Sox ace. The Yankees, who in all reality have to add more pitching to seriously compete in 2024, are reportedly ready […]

The New York Yankees made a move in MLB free agency on Monday. New York agreed to a contract with former Toronto Blue Jays infielder Kevin Smith, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports. Smith, 27, can play third base and shortstop. He made his MLB debut with Toronto in 2021, ultimately appearing in […]

In a 24-hour twist, the New York Yankees are reportedly interested in signing two-time All-Star starting pitcher Marcus Stroman, per Bob Nightengale. The USA TODAY insider said Sunday that Stroman was intrigued by the idea of signing with the Yankees but that New York declined to make him an offer to that point. Now it […]

After losing out on Yoshinobu Yamamoto, the New York Yankees have been searching far and wide for starting pitching help. However, Marcus Stroman appears to be one pitcher the Yankees have no interest in. Stroman has expressed a strong interest in joining the Yankees. However, New York has declined to make an offer, via Bob […]

The New York Yankees made one of the biggest moves of the offseason — of any, really — by trading for Juan Soto. But there could be another splash coming soon in the pitching department. There are numerous big names available with free agents Blake Snell and former Yankee Jordan Montgomery and trade candidate Dylan […]

The New York Yankees are expected to hire Pat Roessler as an assistant hitting coach, according to Greg Joyce of the New York Post. Roessler, who will join Casey Dykes as assistants under Rowson, is certainly familiar with New York city. He was the New York Mets’ hitting coach in 2018 and previously served as […]

The New York Yankees already acquired outfielders Juan Soto and Alex Verdugo this offseason. New York may not be done looking to add talent via trade, though. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports that the Yankees and Baltimore Orioles have “sincere” trade interest in Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Dylan Cease. Cease is among the […]