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Yankees’ leadoff concerns are being quelled by star shortstop

The New York Yankees started the 2024 season with uncertainty at the top of their batting order. Gleyber Torres was initially slated as the leadoff hitter, but a tough start pushed him further down the lineup despite some recent improvements.

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Getting to the bottom of Stroman’s home run surge

With the righty about to make his ninth start of the season, let’s see if we can help him keep the ball in the yard. The performance of the Yankees starting rotation in the absence of reigning AL Cy Young Gerrit Cole has been a pleasant surprise through the first month-and-a-half of the season.

Luis Gil News / Pinstripe Alley / 1 hour ago

The Yankees and the Luis Gil dilemma

What to do with the flamethrowing righty? Every time I’ve seen Luis Gil pitch this year, I wonder why all the other teams in MLB don’t just have a guy who nobody knew existed prior to 2021 throw 99 past professional hitters.

New York Yankees News / ClutchPoints / 4 hours ago

Yankees get huge DJ LeMahieu, Gerrit Cole injury updates

While the New York Yankees lead the AL East, the team is only poised to get stronger. Both DJ LeMahieu and Gerrit Cole are getting closer to making their eventual returns to the Yankees.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / 0 minutes ago

Yankees’ eyeing reinforcements with veteran infielder starting another rehab assignment

The Yankees are on the verge of welcoming back key players from injuries, including top prospects and veteran infielders, as they look to bolster their lineup and depth.

Ramiro Mendoza News / Pinstripe Alley / 1 hour ago

1999 Yankees Diary: Mendoza crushed, Bombers drop fifth straight

The Yankees’ longest losing streak of the 1999 season reached its highest point on this day 25 years ago. The longest losing streak the Yankees had during the 1999 season lasted five games.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / 1 minute ago

Yankees’ lefty starter showing he’s worth every penny of $162 million

The New York Yankees have been eagerly anticipating a return on their significant 2023 investment in pitching talent, hoping for Carlos Rodon to live up to expectations.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / 0 minutes ago

Yankees could target this underrated infielder at the deadline

Every season we see the New York Yankees heavily involved in conversations in the summertime as they’re usually in a contention window. This year, the case will look to remain the same as it was in 2021 and 2022, with this team currently in first place in the American League East.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / 3 minutes ago

Is Yankees’ $98 million slugger doing enough to keep his job?

The New York Yankees clinched a solid 5-1 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday evening, showcasing their offensive prowess and strong pitching performance from Carlos Rodon.

New York Yankees News / TV Insider / 50 minutes ago

Explosive New York Yankees Docuseries Revisits Team’s Scandal-Ridden 1990 Season

It’s the New York Yankees story they didn’t want you to know about. Before the team’s dynasty was rebuilt they first had to endure the debacle that was the scandal-packed 1990 season.

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / 32 minutes ago

Baby Bombers: Top Yankees Prospects to Watch This Season

The New York Yankees have several high-end prospects who could make an impact for them in 2024. But which ones have the best chance to help them win? The team has just four prospects ranked in MLB’s Top 100 Prospects list, but the Yanks’ farm system runs deep.

Giancarlo Stanton News / Field Level Media / 2 hours ago

Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton bids to continue power surge vs. Twins

New York Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton smiled at the question. Which type of home run is his favorite? Is it a towering blast that soars deep into the bleachers, or a line-drive rocket that leaves the field in a hurry?

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / 41 minutes ago

Halal food cart outside Yankee Stadium food option

Muhamed, who owns three food carts around Yankee Stadium, is a part of many fans ritual of grabbing a bite to eat before or after the game. For visitors to New York City, going to a food cart is often an appointment activity, and Muhamed, who owns and operates Bebo Halal Food, makes sure he gives his visitors a worthy experience.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago

Jasson Dominguez does not have role with 2024 Yankees

Outfielder Jasson Dominguez is expected to be a key part of the New York Yankees' future. But he may have to wait beyond 2024 to get started.

Clay Holmes is becoming one of the Yankees' biggest difference-makers

Nestor Cortes may be pitching to stay in Yankees' rotation

The 25 best MLB players age 25 or under

The 'New York Yankees team captains' quiz

Clay Holmes News / Pinstripe Alley / 2 hours ago

Is Holmes the best closer in baseball?

An argument for Holmes as MLB’s top closer; Pettitte acts as Rodón’s ’strategist’; Yankee catchers aid Stroman in Maddux framing approach; Verdugo reconnecting with family in Minnesota; LeMahieu nearing rehab assignment ESPN | Jorge Castillo: The Yankees’ 2024 bullpen is definitely not the same as it was in 2023.

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / 5 hours ago

Yankees Top Prospect Begins Rehab Assignment

New York Yankees #1 prospect Jasson Domínguez started his rehab assignment on Tuesday night with the Single-A Tampa Tarpons. Will his return to the Bronx come sooner rather than later?

Giancarlo Stanton News / Field Level Media / 2 hours ago

Giancarlo Stanton homers to help Yankees top Twins

Giancarlo Stanton went 2-for-5 with a home run, and the New York Yankees held on for a 5-1 win over the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday night in Minneapolis.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / 27 minutes ago

Watch: Marlins manager in disbelief after nearly being ejected

Miami Marlins manager Skip Schumaker on Tuesday nearly suffered the same fate New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone did last month.

Marlins place Tim Anderson (back) on 10-day IL

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The '2003 Florida Marlins' quiz

New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / 6 hours ago

Yankees young stud takes major step in return from injury

This effectively presses the start button on a 20-day rehab window.

Yankees star going through slow stretch during pivotal season

Clay Holmes is becoming one of the Yankees' biggest difference-makers

Nestor Cortes may be pitching to stay in Yankees' rotation

The 25 best MLB players age 25 or under

The 'New York Yankees team captains' quiz

New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / 8 hours ago

Yankees star going through slow stretch during pivotal season

He has publicly angled for an extension on multiple occasions in recent years, but there hasn’t been any indication the team wanted to strike early to keep him beyond this season.

Nestor Cortes may be pitching to stay in Yankees' rotation

Clay Holmes is becoming one of the Yankees' biggest difference-makers

Juan Soto is taking over the Bronx one at-bat at a time

The 25 best Major League Baseball play-by-play broadcasters

The 'New York Yankees team captains' quiz

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / 12 hours ago

Clay Holmes is becoming one of the Yankees' biggest difference-makers

New York Yankees relief pitcher Clay Holmes is quickly establishing himself as one of the best closers in baseball.

Nestor Cortes may be pitching to stay in Yankees' rotation

The hardest-throwing pitchers in MLB

The 'New York Yankees team captains' quiz

Juan Soto News / Just Baseball / 1 hour ago

Juan Soto is Taking Over the Bronx One At-Bat at a Time

The infamous “Soto Shuffle” has been a part of Juan Soto’s game for his entire career, but now with the biggest fanbase in baseball behind it, we’re seeing the intimidating gesture take off.

Isiah Kiner-Falefa News / Last Word On Sports / 2 hours ago

Two Former Yankees Contributing for Their New Clubs

Two former New York Yankees players were brought onto their respective new clubs for a purpose, and so far they are fulfilling it. Former Yankees catcher

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / 10 hours ago

Nestor Cortes may be pitching to stay in Yankees' rotation

The New York Yankees are going to have to make a decision relatively soon.

Early Sunday MLB games to be broadcast on The Roku Channel

Pirates' Paul Skenes impressed but doesn't make list of best debuts

Mets share Kodai Senga update

Steven Matz shut down from throwing after ongoing discomfort

Astros facing roster questions after slow start to the season

New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / 41 minutes ago

Yankees' Gerrit Cole discusses rehab from elbow inflammation

Yankees ace Gerrit Cole spoke to reporters about his rehab from right elbow inflammation, which has kept him from making his 2024 debut to this point.