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New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole decided to stay on his current contract with the team, after previously opting out to see if the team would void that by tacking on another year to the deal. The Yankees ended up not doing that, and Cole decided to stay on the current deal rather than hitting […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have won their second World Series in four years after a thrilling 7-6 comeback victory over the New York Yankees in Game 5. With this victory, LA has won their eighth overall title in franchise history, and their first title in a full season since 1988. Moreover, despite losing in such […]

The last time the New York Yankees played in the World Series was 15 seasons ago in 2009, when the beat the Philadelphia Phillies in six games. While that may not be a long time for most franchises, it is for the Yankees. Yankees general manager Brian Cashman addressed the 15-year drought, and made sure […]

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman has been in the business long enough to know that you don’t celebrate second place. With the Yankees back in the World Series for the first time in 15 years, Cashman spoke to old friend Chris Russo, now of MLB Network, about the pressures of the Fall Classic. […]

The New York Yankees’ outfield is home to two of the best players in the MLB in Aaron Judge and Juan Soto, the former’s slump over the past few games notwithstanding. Judge and Soto are among the league leaders in WAR (per Fangraphs), and they have done their fair share of heavy lifting for the […]

In the middle of another race to the postseason, the New York Yankees could use all the help they can possibly get at the moment. They currently lead the AL East by a game and a half over the Baltimore Orioles. They are set to finish a three-game set against the St. Louis Cardinals on […]

The New York Yankees’ 6-0 win over the Cleveland Indians secured yet another series victory for the AL East leaders. Captain Aaron Judge led the way, hitting his 48th home run of the season. Ace Gerrit Cole also starred, allowing just one hit over six innings and striking out two. Judge discussed his home run […]

The New York Yankees got off to an electric start and looked like they might run away with the American League East title early in the 2024 MLB season. They hit a rough patch prior to the All-Star break but quickly bounced back and are competing for the starting top place in their division. The […]

Major League Baseball is known for relying heavily on tradition and the World Series is the culmination of that approach. Now, Commissioner Rob Manfred’s league is taking the opportunity to change its World Series schedule for the first time in history. According to a report from Bob Nightengale on X, MLB will move up the […]

The New York Yankees made three moves at the MLB trade deadline. They addressed big needs with utility man Jazz Chisholm Jr. and relievers Mark Leiter Jr. and Enyel De Los Santos. Still, fans believe they should have done more. General manager Brian Cashman joined WFAN Sports Radio on Thursday and got into a heated […]

The New York Yankees were relatively quiet at the MLB trade deadline. While the Yankees upgraded their offense and bullpen, New York did not address first base via trade. That role is currently filled by rookie Ben Rice. However things could get complicated with the return of veteran Anthony Rizzo in August. And fans shouldn’t […]

The New York Yankees landed one of the biggest names at the MLB trade deadline in Jazz Chisholm Jr. Outside of that, a report connected them to pitcher Jack Flaherty, they added a few relievers, and that is it. The fan base was enraged, believing that the team needed more to win the World Series. […]

On Wednesday, New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman revealed why the team did not acquire Jack Flaherty. Flaherty was ultimately traded to the Los Angeles Dodgers despite previously being linked to New York. So what went wrong in the Yankees’ Flaherty pursuit? “The Yankees were heavily engaged with the Tigers and ‘would have been […]

The New York Yankees were the best team in baseball for the first two-and-a-half months of the 2024 MLB season. Since then, they’ve been the worst, and with the MLB trade deadline approaching, Brian Cashman has seen enough. The Yankees’ general manager is in Tampa to assist the front office with preparation for the upcoming […]

The New York Yankees are getting some key pieces back in the lineup ahead of the MLB trade deadline. Giancarlo Stanton, Clark Schmidt and top prospect Jasson Dominguez are all expected to return from injury soon, per NJ.com. The Yankees are expected to use those players to continue their push to the American League playoffs, […]

Last season was the first time the New York Yankees fell short of 90 wins since 2016, excluding the shortened 60-game COVID season in 2020. The Bombers’ front office and ownership group made it clear the team’s performance in 2023 was completely unacceptable. Hal Steinbrenner signaled his willingness to spend, giving Brian Cashman the green […]

There is plenty of hope surrounding the New York Yankees as they approach the start of Spring Training. Following a 2023 season that had them on the outside looking in on the playoff race in a stacked AL East, the Yankees brought in Juan Soto and Alex Verdugo as part of a major outfield overhaul […]

New York Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton features some of the best power in the game, and he’s looking to bounce back in 2024 following a forgettable 2023 season. Yankees general manager Brian Cashman previously said that he’s expecting Giancarlo Stanton, who has dealt with injury trouble over the past few seasons, to “wind up […]

Besides Shohei Ohtani, no free agent was more coveted this MLB offseason than Yoshinobu Yamamoto. The star duo ultimately signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers, but the New York Yankees made a strong push for Yamamoto before he decided to take his talents to LA. Yankees fans were irate that general manager Brian Cashman couldn’t […]

The New York Yankees have never been shy to chase the big stars. Whenever a big name head into free agency or requests a trade, New York is always involved somehow. The same thing happened during the year of Shohei Ohtani. When the two-way star hit the free agent market this offseason, he was first […]

The New York Yankees are on a mission to improve their team following their failed 2023 postseason showing. The Yankees are mulling a contract extension with one of their prized second basemen. Gleyber Torres will need to impress Brian Cashman with a range of stats after the GM’s ominous comments. Brian Cashman provides fuel for […]

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 […]

The New York Yankees and specifically general manager Brian Cashman have caught a lot of flack over the last few years, and the fanbase is frustrated with the lack of a World Series appearance, let alone a victory, since 2009. However, the Yankees have done a great job of finding players, especially pitchers in the […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 Yankees general manager Brian Cashman made waves in the baseball world last week after he called Giancarlo Stanton “injury-prone,” a message that did not sit at all well with the slugger’s agent. Although Cashman reportedly cleared the air with Stanton and his agent Joel Wolfe, he walked back his comments on Friday. “I […]

The New York Yankees have been under fire for their underwhelming 2023 baseball season. The Yankees had a winning 82-80 record, but they missed the MLB Playoffs. Now, New York is signaling their willingness to make moves and improve the team. Brian Cashman commented on the team’s pursuit of Juan Soto, Cody Bellinger, and others. […]

New York Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton has dealt with a lot of injuries over the last few years, and general manager Brian Cashman has acknowledged that they expect Stanton to miss some time at least once in 2024. Where things potentially get dicey is when one considers that Stanton and Japanese pitching sensation Yoshinobu Yamamoto share an agent. The Yankees reportedly have […]

The New York Yankees just finished what’s being called their most miserable season in thirty years, but it wasn’t without its high points. Yankees ace Gerrit Cole turned in a dazzling performance for Aaron Boone’s team, which finished above .500 but fell embarrassingly short of its goal of making the playoffs and winning a World […]

The New York Yankees are looking to make a jump after missing the 2023 MLB Playoffs. New York finished the year 82-80 but was the second-worst team in the AL East. The team has been criticized for some of its decision-making, spurring a fiery response from GM Brian Cashman. Hal Steinbrenner broke the silence on […]

The New York Yankees face yet another sticky situation as this year’s offseason gets underway. Yankees general manager Brian Cashman made some negative remarks about star slugger Giancarlo Stanton’s injury woes. Cashman’s allegations stated, “He’s going to wind up getting hurt again more likely than not because it seems to be part of his game.” After […]

New York Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton has dealt with a lot of injuries over the last few years, and general manager Brian Cashman has acknowledged that they expect Stanton to miss some time at least once in 2024. “I’m not gonna tell you he’s gonna play every game next year because he’s not,” Brian Cashman […]

The war of words between New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman and former Yankees farmhand Ben Ruta escalated on Tuesday after Ruta responded to a swipe Cashman made. In comments made to the media on Tuesday, Cashman referred to Ruta as a “bitter boy.’ Ruta didn’t take too kindly to that characterization, blasting Cashman […]

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman was speaking quite freely when talking to the media on Tuesday. He cursed while assessing his roster, essentially offended fans and even took aim at one of the organization’s former minor league players. For those wondering, Cashman remains one of the most polarizing figures in New York sports. […]

The New York Yankees finished just two games over .500 last season, a year that saw a key injury to superstar Aaron Judge derail the team’s chances at an AL East pennant. The dominant play of the Baltimore Orioles and Toronto Blue Jays among other American League teams had a lot to do with the […]

The New York Yankees finished above .500 in 2023, but it wasn’t enough to match the lofty standards set by baseball’s preeminent Major League franchise. The Yankees finished 19 games behind the first-place Orioles, a result that doesn’t sit well with General Manager Brian Cashman judging by his recent, early offseason comments. Cashman has been […]