Red Sox Blow 16-1 Lead After Controversial Catch Call
#RedSox #YankeesRed Sox fume after Rafaela's disputed catch is overturned, sparking a five-run Yankees inning and 16-1 blowout. Boston lost the series tiebreaker and trails New York by four games for the wild card. read more
Yankees Rookie Avoids Serious Injury, Remains Day-to-Day
#MLB #YankeesYankees rookie shortstop George Lombard Jr. avoided structural knee damage but faces day-to-day status with patella inflammation. He exited Saturday's game after a checked swing. New York monitors his availability, while Aaron Judge continues rehab and Luis Gil joins the bullpen. read more
Yankees Face Playoff Push Amid Injury Crisis
#Yankees #MLBPlayoffsYankees face a critical September with Aaron Judge, Max Fried, Giancarlo Stanton, and others injured. Their return timing will determine if New York can overtake Tampa Bay and contend for a World Series, though bullpen fatigue and offensive struggles pose major risks. read more
Yankees Place Weathers on IL with Forearm Strain
#MLB #YankeesYankees placed left-hander Ryan Weathers on the 15-day injured list with a forearm flexor strain, hoping he returns by season's end. He won't throw for two to four weeks, but remains optimistic after scans showed less damage than last year. read more
Yankees Stanton faces season-ending threat after calf setback
#MLB #YankeesYankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton suffered a moderate left calf strain while rehabbing, jeopardizing his season return. Manager Aaron Boone remains hopeful but uncertain. Meanwhile, Cody Bellinger returns Sunday, and Aaron Judge progresses in recovery. read more
Yankees Activate Rodon to Start Tuesday vs Orioles
#MLB #YankeesYankees activated Carlos Rodon from the injured list to start Tuesday against Baltimore, reversing plans for a minor league outing. Rodon, recovering from elbow inflammation, posted a 3.30 ERA in nine starts. He rejoins a strong rotation. read more
Yankees Bellinger nears return, Judge rehab advances
#MLB #YankeesYankees outfielder Cody Bellinger will begin a rehab assignment Tuesday with Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre after a hamstring strain, targeting a return next weekend. Aaron Judge also progresses in recovery, while Carlos Rodón starts a minor league rehab outing Tuesday. read more
Aaron Judge Takes Major Rehab Step, Plays Catch
#Yankees #AaronJudgeAaron Judge played catch and ran Friday, advancing his rehab from a broken rib. Yankees manager Aaron Boone says he's in early baseball activity stages, with a return timeline unclear. Judge, hitting .248 with 17 homers, aims to play again this season. read more
Legendary pitcher Tommy John bids emotional farewell amid health struggles.
#TommyJohn #YankeesTommy John, 83, missed Yankees Old-Timers' Day, posting a vague health farewell from Florida. The surgery namesake, battling past ailments, thanked Dr. Jobe and fans after a 26-year, 288-win career. read more
Yankees Rodón Set for Rehab Start Saturday
#Yankees #MLBYankees left-hander Carlos Rodón begins a minor league rehab assignment Saturday after elbow inflammation, throwing nearly 50 pitches for Triple-A. Manager Aaron Boone plans a piggyback return, mirroring Max Fried's recovery. Rodón holds a 3.30 ERA in nine starts. read more
Yankees Trade Deadline Moves Leave Fans Divided
#MLBTradeDeadline #YankeesYankees added Luis García Jr. and Heliot Ramos without trading top prospects, but left catcher unresolved. With Aaron Judge's uncertain return and AL rivals improving, New York remains competitive yet risks falling short in October. read more
Yankees GM Unsure If Judge Returns This Season
#Yankees #MLBYankees GM Brian Cashman remains optimistic Aaron Judge will return from a rib stress fracture this season, but won't rule out missing the year. His status depends on upcoming imaging, while New York added Luis Garcia Jr. and Heliot Ramos at the trade deadline. read more
Yankees Land Nationals Slugger Garcia in Four-Pitcher Deal
#MLBTrade #YankeesYankees acquire infielder Luis Garcia Jr. from Nationals for four right-handed pitchers. Garcia, batting .283 with 23 home runs, boosts New York's offense amid injuries. He leads NL in slugging, adding depth at first base or DH. read more
Yankees-Pirates brawl erupts over pitch clock tactic
#MLB #YankeesYankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. hit two home runs in an 8-5 win over the Pirates. Benches cleared after Jose Caballero's pitch-clock routine angered pitcher Dennis Santana, who confronted him. Caballero defended his legal tactic. read more
Boone takes blame for leaving Cole in too long
#Yankees #MLBYankees manager Aaron Boone took blame for leaving Gerrit Cole in the game, resulting in Max Muncy’s go-ahead homer. Cole pitched six strong innings but hung a slider. Boone had lefty Brent Headrick ready, saying the decision “falls on me.” read more
Aaron Judge’s rib fracture still not fully healed
#Yankees #AaronJudgeAaron Judge's broken rib hasn't fully healed, keeping him sidelined since May 31. The Yankees captain awaits a doctor's plan after a scan showed partial healing. Manager Boone is confident he'll return, but no timeline exists. New York has struggled without him. read more
Yankees star Schlittler at All-Star Game but wont pitch
#Yankees #AllStarGameYankees pitcher Cam Schlittler will attend the All-Star Game but not pitch, choosing rest over throwing on his recovery day. He leads the AL with a 2.05 ERA and will start next against the Dodgers. read more
Yankees Judge to undergo key rib imaging
#Yankees #AaronJudgeAaron Judge will undergo rib imaging during the All-Star break as the Yankees monitor his stress fracture healing. He's been sidelined since May 31. GM Cashman emphasizes safety, avoiding return until asymptomatic. Team went 15-19 without him. read more
Yankees place Carlos Rodón on IL with elbow inflammation
#Yankees #MLBYankees place left-hander Carlos Rodón on the 15-day IL with elbow inflammation, deepening rotation woes during a seven-game losing streak. He has a 3.30 ERA in nine starts. The team activated Grisham and McMahon from the IL. read more
Boone Furious Over Chisholms Lollipop Antics
#MLB #YankeesYankees manager Aaron Boone was upset after Jazz Chisholm Jr. played defense with a lollipop in his mouth, calling it a repeat offense. Boone said they talked and it won't happen again, despite the first-place Yankees' strong season. read more
Boone rejects Chapmans apology demand
#Yankees #AroldisChapmanAaron Boone says Aroldis Chapman deserves no apology for missing a 2022 workout, leading to his playoff removal. Boone calls it "water under the bridge" and stands by his decision for the team's best interest. read more
Chapman demands Yankees apology for trade return
#RedSox #YankeesRed Sox closer Aroldis Chapman believes Yankees GM Brian Cashman owes him an apology for accusing him of insubordination in 2022. Despite trade rumors, Chapman focuses on his stellar 1.00 ERA season, while Boston struggles in last place. read more
Chisholm silences critics with clutch Yankees homer
#Yankees #MLBJazz Chisholm Jr. quieted "overrated" chants from Cleveland fans by hitting a go-ahead eighth-inning home run, leading the New York Yankees to a 3-2 win over the Guardians. He used Aaron Judge's bat for the second straight game. read more
Yankees Place Catcher Austin Wells on IL With Headaches
#Yankees #MLBYankees placed catcher Austin Wells on the IL with cervical headaches, recalling J.C. Escarra. Wells reported neck stiffness after Friday's game. Manager Boone hopes for a short stint, as Wells joins Judge, Stanton, and Dominguez on the injured list. read more
Aaron Judge reveals rib fracture from April dive
#Yankees #AaronJudgeAaron Judge revealed his right rib stress fracture resulted from an April dive. He played through pain for over a month until it worsened. He'll be re-imaged in 4-6 weeks. The Yankees expect him back this season, but no timeline exists. read more