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Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Yankees prospect Elmer Rodriguez shows off ‘electric arm’ in best outing of young career

The Yankees called up Fernando Rodríguez, their No. 3 prospect, to start Wednesday, and he provided them with his best outing of his young career.

Yankees offense busts out again in blowout win over Astros

The Yankees lineup finally opened well. And closed well. And amid all the injuries, it sure seems wide awake all of a sudden.

Four-run seventh helps Yankees pull away from Astros

Cody Bellinger delivered a tiebreaking two-run double in the seventh inning and the host New York Yankees recorded a 9-3 victory over the Houston Astr

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Fernando Cruz Diagnosed With Partial UCL Tear

Yankees setup man Fernando Cruz has a partially torn UCL, manager Aaron Boone informed reporters after tonight’s win over the Astros (relayed by Brendan Kuty of The Athletic). The righty is...

Controversial replay helps Yankees avoid painful talking points in rout of Astros

The New York Yankees routed the Houston Astros, but a number of paramount problems remain for the Bombers.

Yanks capitalize as Rodríguez finds his swagger in career-best start
Yankees' offense erupts late in 9-3 win over Astros

Elmer Rodriguez had his best start as a big leaguer and the Yankees offense erupted late in their 9-3 win over the Astros on Wednesday night.

Michael Fulmer hopes Yankees can finally be more permanent stop

The Yankees signed reliever Michael Fulmer, immediately calling him up to the majors after placing Fernando Cruz on the injured list.

From the Bronx to the beach, Yankees exec is headed to TV
Fernando Cruz’s IL stay leaves Yankees with massive October void to fill

The normally reliable and high-octane righty was shelved with right elbow discomfort Wednesday even before the Yankees had pored over his MRI results.

Yankees put Cruz on IL, sign Fulmer to contract

The Yankees placed slumping reliever Fernando Cruz on the 15-day injured list with right elbow discomfort on Wednesday. New York also signed Michael Fulmer to a major league contract.

These are the hottest hitting prospects right now -- one for each club
Yankees' Michael Fulmer signing tells you all you need to know about Luis Gil

The New York Yankees signed veteran Michael Fulmer as a random stopgap reliever rather than promoting Luis Gil.

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Game 132: Astros (66-66) vs Yankees (74-57)

Tonight would be a great time for Rodriquez to prove he can be an MLB pitcher.

Yankees place struggling RHP Fernando Cruz (elbow) on IL

The New York Yankees placed right-hander Fernando Cruz on the 15-day injured list Wednesday due to elbow discomfort in his pitching arm.,Cruz has stru

Major Yankees problem could get exposed by Red Sox — and create a possible playoff dilemma

This weekend very possibly is not the end of seeing each other in 2026, so the Yankees must prove they will not be left behind.

Yankees put Fernando Cruz on IL, sign Michael Fulmer with bullpen worries mounting

The Yankees have lost another key arm in a bullpen that does not have many.

Yanks place Cruz (elbow discomfort) on IL, add veteran righty Fulmer
Yankees sign All-Star reliever amid Fernando Cruz injury news

The Yankees made a few notable roster moves before tonight's game.

Yankees place reliever Fernando Cruz on 15-day IL with right elbow discomfort

The Yankees announced a handful of roster moves prior to Wednesday night's game against the Houston Astros, highlighted by placing reliever Fernando Cruz on the 15-day IL.

Aaron Boone, Yankees once again couldn't escape the truth with Fernando Cruz reality

Fernando Cruz is hitting the injured list and is now in danger of missing the rest of the Yankees' season with an elbow issue.

Yankees Sign Michael Fulmer To Major League Deal

The Yankees announced a series of roster moves involving right-handed pitchers today. They have signed Michael Fulmer to a major league deal and recalled Elmer Rodríguez from Triple-A...

Yankees announce who Elmer Rodriguez will replace on roster for Astros game

Rodriguez will start Wednesday's game against the Astros for the Yankees.

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Yankees have a 'hot mess' at key position they didn't address at trade deadline

This one position is becoming a bit of a problem for the Yankees.

Yankees, Cubs among 8 teams with interest in hard-throwing NPB ace

The Japanese right-hander could make a future transition to MLB.

Yankees, Dodgers viewed as 'frontrunners' for Japanese pitching prospect

The Yankees and Dodgers could battle it out for the right-hander.

Card-by-Yankees Card: 1977 Topps - Paul Blair

Looking back at Paul Blair's big league career.

Former Yankees, Mets outfielder opts out of Rays contract

The veteran is searching for a new Major League contract.

Yankees giving top prospect Elmer Rodriguez another shot with season at crucial point

The start comes at an important moment for the Yankees, who entered Wednesday 3 ½ games behind the Rays in the division but also just 1 ½ games above the Red Sox.

Yankees to promote No. 3 prospect for start vs. Astros

The Yankees have called up one of their top prospects.

Why Jazz Chisholm Jr. could accept lesser contract from Yankees

This is probably not what Jazz had in mind.

Andy Pettitte's son off to scorching Yankees start (and still has a trick up his sleeve)

The New York Yankees are seeing some special early returns from Luke Pettitte after the 2026 MLB Draft.

Revealed: Who the Yankees Could Face In the Playoffs

The New York Yankees have the second-best record in the American League. It will almost […] The post Revealed: Who the Yankees Could Face In the Playoffs appeared first on NY Sports Day.

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It's Not Easy Being In Pinstripes

Thinking of Kermit... and George Lombard, Jr.

Astros intent to 'keep pushing' in rematch vs. Yankees

Recent events led to a new urgency for the Houston Astros and a rare bullpen hiccup by the New York Yankees.,The Astros seek another productive showin

Jeremy Peña check swing could be season-swinging Yankees moment after Astros choke

Jeremy Peña's check swing call (and home run) are the moments that stand out from the Yankees' three blown leads against the Astros.

Aaron Boone Makes Yankees’ Clarke Schmidt Return Plan Clear

The Yankees dropped a 9-7 decision to the Houston Astros on Tuesday night in the […] The post Aaron Boone Makes Yankees’ Clarke Schmidt Return Plan Clear appeared first on NY Sports Day.

Yankees' surprise Max Fried announcement could change entire Red Sox series

The New York Yankees might be receiving a surprise reinforcement from the injured list this weekend who will greatly improve their starting rotation.

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Aaron Judge Return Clears Another Hurdle as Yankees Captain Takes Overhand BP

The most closely watched hitting progression in baseball inched forward again Tuesday afternoon in the […] The post Aaron Judge Return Clears Another Hurdle as Yankees Captain Takes Overhand BP...

Their dads were known for pitching, but Pettitte and Sabathia showing out with some slugging
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Yankees can’t overcome rare Brett Headrick failure in loss to Astros

The Yankees' pitching staff had a rare off night, including a relieve who has been impressive all season.

Astros battle past Yankees in back-and-forth affair

Yainer Diaz homered twice, Yordan Alvarez hit a tiebreaking RBI triple with two outs in the eighth inning Tuesday night and the visiting Houston Astro

García's four-hit night wasted in rare fumble by Yankees' bullpen
Yankees' bullpen stumbles in back-and-forth loss to Astros

The Yankees bullpen allowed six runs in New York's back-and-forth 9-7 loss to the Astros on Tuesday night.

Those calling for Brian Cashman’s Yankees reign to end have it all wrong

Look, despite what many think, Cashman has not been named GM for life.

Yankees’ Clarke Schmidt moves closer to return as Max Fried IL stint nears end

Two key Yankees pitchers are moving closer to returning to action after their stints on the injured list.

Aaron Judge takes batting practice in latest Yankees return guidepost

The world’s — or at least The Bronx’s — most-watched hitting progression took another step forward on Tuesday.

Judge takes indoor BP against overhand pitching for first time

Schmidt close to starting rehab assignment with eye on joining bullpen

Yankees Should Win AL + White Sox GM Chris Getz On Turnaround To Division Leader | The Show Ep. 215

On a new episode of “The Show,” Joel Sherman & Jon Heyman are joined by Chicago White Sox GM Chris Getz. Getz talks about his team’s turnaround from three-straight 100-loss seasons to current...

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