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Monday, April 20, 2026
Aaron Boone has officially lost any leverage he had in Ben Rice Yankees lineup debate

Ben Rice crushing two homers against left-handed pitchers over the weekend should officially end the New York Yankees' silly yo-yoing of him in the lineup.

Randal Grichuk knows his Yankees clock is ticking with success and opportunities scarce

In limited playing time, Grichuk has gone 2-for-20 with a pair of doubles, one walk and eight strikeouts.

'Ben Rice going to hit 30 HRs': Yankees slugger tipped for huge 2026

Ben Rice hitting at insane level.

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FOCO: Judge & Rice NY Yankees Home Run Tandem Bobblehead
There's officially another Aaron Boone in the AL East as Blue Jays spiral continues

Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider is reminding Yankees fans of Aaron Boone with his irrational defending of his players.

Yankees, Red Sox set to renew rivalry for first time in '26
Angels' Mike Trout gets bold MVP prediction after Yankee Stadium dominance

An MVP-caliber resurgence for Mike Trout is possible this year.

Giancarlo Stanton trend is positive sign for Yankees despite .656 OPS

Stanton leads MLB hitters in an important but overlooked stat.

Yankees Romp Royals in Sweat-Free Sweep
Cody Bellinger's 4/20 streak ends for disappointing Yankees schedule reason

This is a bummer for Bellinger fans.

Yankees' 1.95 ERA starter should 'scare' opposing AL East, MLB teams

The right-hander's hot start to the season is not an overreaction.

Red Sox fans somehow got even weirder overnight about Yankees' Cam Schlittler

Cam Schlittler claiming Red Sox fans have sent him "death threats" ahead of Yankees-Red Sox ... certainly seems possible!

Amid threats, Yanks' Schlittler excited to face Sox

Yankees pitcher Cam Schlittler said he and his family have received threats ahead of his start vs. the Red Sox, but he's "excited" to be making his Fenway Park debut.

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Carlos Mendoza's Mets spiral almost makes Yankees fans appreciative of Aaron Boone

Yankees fans are glad they aren't in the Mets' position right now as Carlos Mendoza's club is on an 11-game losing streak.

Yankees' rotation might be this generation's Murderers' Row
Yankees predicted to trade former first-round pick for bullpen, Carlos Lagrange reasons

This may be the best route for the Yankees to take.

The Bronx Beat Podcast (4/20/26)

EJ and John discuss the Yankees’ strong week and whether they have fixed their problems in the back of the rotation, the bullpen and bottom half of the lineup.

Gerrit Cole, Carlos Rodón updates are great, but Yankees very much need them now

The New York Yankees might be wondering whether they can stay afloat until Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodón return to the rotation in May and June.

For most hitters, left-on-left is tough. Bellinger just shrugs
Revamped Anthony Volpe swing could actually get Yankees fans excited about his return

New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe is looking like a new player after debuting a different swing during his rehab from shoulder surgery.

All is Right With The World. Yankees 7, Royals 0
Sunday, April 19, 2026
Red-hot Ben Rice continues to impress in rare chance as Yankees’ leadoff hitter

A different lineup — Giancarlo Stanton received a day off after starting six days in a row and Paul Goldschmidt started against a lefty as Ben Rice got a turn at DH — had a different leadoff hitter.

Yankees' Ben Rice continues 'steady ascent' after homering in fourth straight game

Leading the charge in the Yankees sweep of thh Royals was Ben Rice, who homered in all three wins, bringing his streak to four straight games with a home run.

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Yankees fourth in latest Power Rankings
Ryan Weathers delivered what Yankees always envisioned — now it’s about consistency

In a 7-0 victory, he tossed 7 ¹/₃ shutout innings and gave up just five hits and a walk while striking out eight.

Yankees top prospect Lombard Jr. gets the best of an MLB rehabber
Yankees' bold Rule 5 decision might've stolen a stud from Brewers pitching lab

Under-the-radar minor league Rule 5 draft pick Hansel Rincon is turning heads with high-octane velocity at High-A Hudson Valley.

Yankees demolish Royals behind three homers, stellar Ryan Weathers to finish off sweep

The Yankees finished a demolition of the worst team the American League has to offer with a 7-0 smacking Sunday in front of an announced Bronx crowd of 40,198.

Aaron Judge, Ben Rice continue HR barrage, Yankees blank Royals

Aaron Judge and Ben Rice homered off Cole Ragans in the opening two innings, and the host New York Yankees continued their dominance over the Kansas C

Yankees ride Ryan Weathers’ masterclass toward statement series sweep vs Royals

Yankees sweep the Royals on the back of Ryan Weathers' gem.

Yankees finally give Ryan Weathers run support, hit three HRs in Sunday's series-sweeping win over Royals

The Yankees swept the Kansas City Royals with Sunday's 7-0 win at Yankee Stadium.

Yankees predicted to be top landing spot for 23-year-old .954 OPS All-Star, would replace Trent Grisham in lineup

This would give the Yanks another All-Star slugger.

Judge comes out hot after rain delay, launches 90th first-inning HR
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Yankees' Anthony Volpe notches first multihit game of rehab assignment

Through four rehab games with the Yankees' Double-A Somerset Patriots, shortstop Anthony Volpe has his first multihit performance.

Yankees trade 2025's greatest riddle to Astros for another reclamation project

The New York Yankees have officially gotten rid of a non-entity and acquired another pitcher in a trade with the Houston Astros.

Cam Schlittler getting ‘death threats’ before Fenway debut — but rising Yankees star is ready for the hate

Let’s just say that given the choice on whether to toss kerosene or water on the lingering embers from last October’s conflict with a segment of Red Sox fans, Schlittler did in words what he does...

Yankees fans should believe Ben Rice's breakout is for real this season

This has been exactly what Yankees fans were hoping to see from Rice this year.

Yanks boost Minor League pitching depth with deal for Astros' Sanchez
Why Yankees-Royals game is in delay with weather, and when it might actually start

This isn't ideal for a series finale.

Yankees trade infielder Braden Shewmake to Astros for pitcher Wilmy Sanchez

The Yankees made a minor trade, finding a taker for an infielder who did not have a clear route to playing time in The Bronx.

Yankees trade for Wilmy Sanchez from Astros by sending away former 1st-round pick

New York is getting younger with this deal.

Ben Rice is heating up for the Yankees at the perfect time

Nobody has been hotter on the New York Yankees than their first baseman.

Yankees Trade Braden Shewmake To Astros

The Yankees have traded infielder Braden Shewmake to the Astros. Minor league right-hander Wilmy Sanchez is heading to New York in the deal. Both teams have announced the swap. More to come…

Yankees acquire minor league RHP Wilmy Sanchez in trade with Astros

The Yankees announced a trade prior to Sunday's game against the Kansas City Royals, acquiring RHP Wilmy Sanchez from the Astros.

Yankees' hidden relief weapon Yovanny Cruz looks ready to fix their biggest problem

The New York Yankees have plenty of reasons to promote Yovanny Cruz and inject their bullpen with some youth and velocity.

Yankees vs. Royals Rain Delay, April 19: Start Time, Updates, Full Details

The New York Yankees' Sunday matchup against the Royals will have to wait as we are officially in a rain delay.

Game 22: Royals (7-14) vs Yankees (12-9)

I know Michael Kay doesn't like to say it, but the Yankees need to break out the Sweeper!

The Dr. Sem Yankees Show (4/18/26)
Unthinkable lack of run support for Ryan Weathers still doesn't excuse Yankees struggles

Ryan Weathers has received astonishingly poor run support, but his individual effort has also left the New York Yankees wanting more.

Yankees 13, Royals 4
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