June boom: Judge's 464-ft HR sets the tone
SAN FRANCISCO -- Aaron Judge's happy homecoming has continued into a new month. The Yankees star reached the left-field seats at Oracle Park in the first inning on Saturday for a two-run homer, launching his Major League-leading 21st long ball of the season in New York's 7-3 victory over the
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Judge's HRs bring backyard dreams to life in SF
SAN FRANCISCO -- Aaron Judge remembers childhood afternoons spent in the seats of what is now known as Oracle Park, where he’d seek autographs from players like infielder Rich Aurilia, whom he identifies as his favorite Giant of that time period. His big league dreams were painted in orange and
Volpe starring in supporting role for Yanks
Aaron Judge, who hit two more home runs against the Giants on Friday night and got to 20 for the season after a monstrous month of May, is as impressive at the plate as he has ever been for the Yankees, and he might chase 60 home runs again. Juan
Domínguez, Jones homer in same game for Double-A Somerset
While the Yankees stand atop the American League East standings with an already star-studded lineup, the rumblings from future stars could be heard at TD Bank Ballpark on Friday night. The Yankees' top two prospects -- Jasson Domínguez (MLB’s No. 31) and Spencer Jones (No. 68) -- each mashed a
One-of-a-kind Lou Gehrig Day cards to be auctioned
Lou Gehrig's life and legacy continue to be remembered and celebrated more than 80 years after his passing. Now, baseball fans of all teams have an opportunity to keep his memory alive while also giving hope to those fighting the disease that took his life. Starting Sunday, June 2, to
MLB.TV available at new low price for rest of season
Whether you need to see how Aaron Judge will follow up his historically huge May or track Elly De La Cruz's push for 100 stolen bases, there’s plenty of exciting baseball left to be played in 2024. Now, you can follow the action on MLB.TV for a new low price.
Judge's monster May proving 'that's why he's the captain'
ANAHEIM -- Even while Aaron Judge was in the thick of his early-season struggles, the Yankees' captain expressed confidence that he’d soon emerge on the other side, believing that it would prove to be “just one of those months” where nothing seemed to go his way. He was right. With
Yanks rotation handed another challenge as Schmidt (lat) lands on IL
ANAHEIM -- The Yankees rotation responded to ace Gerrit Cole's absence by compiling a historic streak, one that has continued into this West Coast trip. Now, they must tackle a new challenge. Clarke Schmidt was placed on the 15-day injured list with a right lat strain before Thursday's game against
Who's the funniest Yankee? Who would win a hot dog eating contest?
Earlier this week, MLB.com Yankees beat reporter Bryan Hoch held an Ask Me Anything on Reddit with Yanks fans at r/NYYankees. This mailbag features questions and answers from there and has been lightly edited. The full AMA can be read here.
How have these 6 position switches gone?
A third of the way into the 2024 season, it’s time to check in on one of the more interesting subplots of last winter: How are all those big stars who took to new positions working out? Most notably, that was Bryce Harper becoming Philadelphia’s full-time first baseman, or Mookie
Mock draft: College position players dominate Top 10
Just a few years ago, the scouting industry and, as a result, those of us who cover the Draft, would just about be in “Go” mode. The recently completed conference tournaments used to be the last looks decision-makers would get at the college crop in a class. Perhaps area scouts
Yanks' handful of aces making history under pressure
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Gil dominates again, Volpe extends hitting streak to 21 in Yanks' win
ANAHEIM -- With Luis Gil putting the finishing touches on a brilliant month and Anthony Volpe continuing to dazzle on both sides of the ball, the Yankees’ present and future appear brighter than ever. Gil struck out nine over a career-high eight innings and Volpe extended his hitting streak to
Soto called out, Boone ejected following bizarre interference play
ANAHEIM -- The Yankees looked ready to break the game open in the top of the first inning of their 2-1 win on Wednesday evening at Angel Stadium, promptly loading the bases with none out against Tyler Anderson. Up stepped Giancarlo Stanton, who lifted a towering popup toward the middle
Historic month lifts new Hitter Power Rankings leader
Every year, we are reminded anew: There are many twists and turns to a 162-game season, and the tenor of a player’s campaign can change just like that. The latest Hitter Power Rankings are a showcase for that dynamic. The slugger taking over the No. 1 spot struggled, by his
How Aaron Judge transforms into Babe Ruth in May
There has been a lot to like about the first two months of the Yankees' season. They entered Wednesday with the third-best record in baseball at 37-19 and on top of the AL East. They lead the Majors in home runs (82), OPS (.770) and ERA (2.80). The starting rotation
Respect, recognition: Big leaguers on Negro Leagues stats entering record
Bud Black has read the stories. He’s seen the classic clips. The Rockies' manager knows a lot about some of the great baseball players who spent time in the Negro Leagues -- players like Josh Gibson and Satchel Paige. So when Black heard that statistics from the Negro Leagues had
30 hottest pitching prospects -- one for each team
At the beginning of this month, we took a look at the hottest hitting prospects for each team. Now it’s time to shine a light on the arms. Here are the hottest pitching prospects for each organization for the month of May, as of Wednesday. Some have been lights out
NEW: Top 200 Draft Prospects list features new No. 1
With just over six weeks before the Cleveland Guardians make the first selection of the 2024 Draft, MLB Pipeline has a newly expanded, and re-ranked Top 200 Draft prospects list to digest. A lot can happen between now and then in terms of figuring out who goes where, and there
Rizzo's miscue stings: 'That play needs to be made'
ANAHEIM -- Anthony Rizzo admittedly holds himself to a high defensive standard, as would be expected of a veteran with four Gold Glove Awards stashed within his personal effects. His performance this season has not been up to par, which the Yankees first baseman described as “disappointing.” Initially scored an
The breakout Yankee doing a spot-on Gerrit Cole impression
Luis Gil wasn't supposed to be here. If everyone in the Yankees' rotation were healthy right now, he would likely be pitching for Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. However, Gerrit Cole's right elbow injury in March changed everything for the 25-year-old Gil, who is back after missing nearly two full seasons while recovering
How The Martian fits in Yanks' outfield plans
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