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Yanks to call up 6-foot-7 slugging prospect Spencer Jones (source)

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NEW YORK -- The Yankees have dreamed upon this for years: An outfield stocked with towering sluggers Aaron Judge and Spencer Jones, a pair of 6-foot-7 mashers obliterating balls from opposite sides of the plate. That vision is set to become reality this weekend. A source told MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand

Grisham's bases-clearing double may be sign of changing luck

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NEW YORK -- Trent Grisham has gone unrewarded for hard contact early this season, an unlucky streak the Yankees believed would eventually correct itself. His big sixth-inning hit on Thursday afternoon could be the turning point they’ve been waiting for. Grisham belted a bases-clearing double to the gap in left-center

Domínguez in concussion protocol, has shoulder sprain after collision with wall

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NEW YORK -- Jasson Domínguez will be on the injured list for at least “a few weeks” after an MRI revealed a low-grade sprain of his left AC joint, the result of his exceptional catch on the first play of Thursday’s 9-2 Yankees victory over the Rangers, manager Aaron Boone

Cruz forever grateful for mom's encouraging words

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Warren hits first snag of 2026 in tough start vs. Texas

May 6, 2026

NEW YORK -- It was nearly a full year ago that Will Warren began to fulfill the promise that was envisioned by the Yankees’ pitching department, enjoying a dominant performance against the Rangers at Yankee Stadium. They got him back on Wednesday. Citing “bad execution,” Warren snapped a string of

Viral infection scratches Weathers from Thursday start vs. Rangers 

May 6, 2026

NEW YORK -- Ryan Weathers said he lost nine pounds earlier this week dealing with a viral infection, prompting the Yankees to scratch the left-hander from a start scheduled for Thursday afternoon against the Rangers at Yankee Stadium. Paul Blackburn will make the start in place of Weathers, who last

Chisholm rips tiebreaking HR, adds epic bat flip as Yanks keep rolling

May 6, 2026

NEW YORK – Jazz Chisholm Jr. held his pose for an extra second, arms locked as he tracked the flight of a sixth-inning drive toward the right-center-field seats. The Yankees infielder looked toward his teammates in the first-base dugout, then tossed his lumber into the air. “Finally,” Chisholm said. “It’s

Yanks to honor late announcer Sterling with memorial patch

May 6, 2026

NEW YORK – The Yankees announced Tuesday that they will pay a season-long tribute to legendary broadcaster John Sterling by wearing a customized memorial patch on their uniform sleeves at the start of their next homestand on May 18. Beginning with that evening’s game against the Blue Jays, the Yankees

Yanks provide updates on rehab progress for Rodón, Cole

May 5, 2026

NEW YORK – Carlos Rodón is approaching the final checkpoint of his recovery from left elbow surgery performed in October after making a Minor League rehab start for Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Tuesday at Worcester. Rodón pitched 6 1/3 innings and allowed six runs (five earned) on seven hits (including two

'THEEEE YANKEES WIN!' Sweep-capping rout a perfect homage to Sterling

May 5, 2026

NEW YORK – When you call more than 5,000 consecutive games, as John Sterling did, a trusted formula tends to emerge. The legendary broadcaster once said he favored power-hitting lineups, understanding that teams that made things happen gave him room to entertain and “do my act.” The Yankees delivered that

Schlittler tops career high in velo -- six times! -- in another solid start

May 5, 2026

NEW YORK – Bad news for big league hitters: Cam Schlittler found some extra heat. The Yankees’ right-hander made a mechanical adjustment between starts that unlocked a slight velocity boost, resulting in the hardest pitches of his big league career to date.

Why option Volpe to Minors? It's all about winning now for Yankees

May 4, 2026

NEW YORK – There has been a noticeable shift in the Yankees’ urgency this season, and not all on the field. Not satisfied with an early claim on the American League’s top record (23-11 before Monday night's game), the front office has aggressively shifted the rotation, bench and bullpen. That

Rice (bruised hand) out of Monday's starting lineup, remains day to day

May 4, 2026

NEW YORK – Ben Rice was not in the lineup and unable to swing with full force on Monday, according to Yankees manager Aaron Boone, one day after a left hand contusion forced the Major Leagues’ OPS leader to exit the club’s 11-3 victory over the Orioles. “I don’t think

Boone, Judge talk legacy of John Sterling, who 'brought that New York theater to the ballpark'

May 4, 2026

NEW YORK – The next time his team seals a victory, Aaron Boone knows exactly what he’ll do. From his perch near the top step of the dugout, the manager will channel John Sterling’s famous gyrating call, as if he’s leaning into the broadcast microphone himself. Boone doesn’t have to

John Sterling, beloved longtime Yankees radio voice, passes at 87

May 4, 2026

John Sterling, who broadcast more than three decades of Yankees games and was famously celebrated for his booming baritone, sing-song inflections and signature home run calls, has passed away. He was 87. A colorful personality who engaged and entertained fans with a distinct conversational style, Sterling called 5,426 regular-season Yankees

10 of Sterling's most iconic Yankees HR calls

May 4, 2026

Frequently imitated and never duplicated, John Sterling, who passed away at the age of 87, left his mark for more than three decades as the “Voice of the Yankees.” He frequently said that he loved teams stocked with home run hitters because their performance would allow him to do his

Fried or Pettitte -- whose pickoff move is better?

April 30, 2026

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Touted 22-year-old Rodríguez gets wacky 1st K, shows poise in debut

April 29, 2026

ARLINGTON – After completing the last of his warmup tosses on Wednesday afternoon, Elmer Rodríguez stole a moment near the back of the Globe Life Field mound, honoring the journey as a thousand thoughts raced through his mind. “This was something I’ve been dreaming of my whole life,” Rodríguez said

Domínguez (elbow contusion) to undergo CT scan after 'inconclusive' X-rays

April 29, 2026

ARLINGTON – The final afternoon of the Yankees’ road trip seemed to offer Jasson Domínguez his clearest path yet to log consistent playing time this season. It ended with more uncertainty. Domínguez exited Wednesday’s 3-0 loss to the Rangers shortly after being hit by a pitch in the top of

Yankees designate OF Grichuk for assignment, clearing spot for Rodríguez 

April 29, 2026

ARLINGTON -- The Yankees designated outfielder Randal Grichuk for assignment on Wednesday, a somewhat surprising pivot as they created roster space for No. 3 prospect Elmer Rodríguez to make his Major League debut. Grichuk, 34, had been a target of the Yankees' front office dating back several years. He signed

Pause the game, you're getting the call: Yanks No. 3 prospect Rodríguez set for MLB debut

April 29, 2026

ARLINGTON -- Elmer Rodríguez was already on a mission when the call came -- just not the kind he’d been chasing his whole life. The young Yankees pitcher was in a Pennsylvania hotel room late on Monday evening, deep into Call of Duty: Warzone, when the front desk buzzed up.

Yanks promoting No. 1 prospect Lombard to Triple-A (source)

April 29, 2026

ARLINGTON -- The Yankees believe George Lombard Jr. is built for New York, forecasting his ascent as an elite defender who will continue to fill out physically and improve his consistency at the plate. The organization’s top prospect now stands one level away from the Bronx. Ranked as the No.

Schlittler, with 'ice in his veins,' outduels deGrom in epic mound battle

April 29, 2026

ARLINGTON -- Aaron Judge’s first impressions of Cam Schlittler were simple: a quiet sort who seemed inclined to keep to himself, attempting to stay out of the way in a busy clubhouse. Over the past several months, the Yankees' captain has learned that there’s much more there. What Judge initially

Stanton placed on IL with low-grade calf strain

April 28, 2026

ARLINGTON -- Giancarlo Stanton isn’t in the mood to search for silver linings, especially as he deals with the latest in a frustrating series of soft-tissue leg injuries. “At this point, there’s no real peace of mind. You’re going to be out,” Stanton said on Tuesday, shortly after the Yankees

Yanks summon OF Domínguez from Triple-A

April 28, 2026

ARLINGTON – The Yankees universally praised how Jasson Domínguez handled being optioned to the Minors near the end of camp, detailing a mature demeanor and robust on-field performance that earned a return to the big leagues. They only wished that Giancarlo Stanton’s injury hadn’t made it necessary.