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This Day in Yankees History: “The Scooter” slides into Cooperstown
With a little help from the Veterans Committee, Phil Rizzuto earned a Hall of Fame plaque on this day in history.
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NYY News: Germán apologizes
Domingo Germán publicly apologizes; Giancarlo Stanton trying to change his injury-prone narrative; Luis Medina could see the majors in 2021.
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Yankees 2021 Season Preview: Aroldis Chapman
The Yankees’ closer again has to shake off a lousy ending to an otherwise-fine year.
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Brian Cashman made the most of what he was allowed to pursue this winter
Cashman’s offseason dealings within his allotted budget constitute an impressive achievement.
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Thursday’s open thread
35 days until Opening Day.
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The Latest
Ranking the American League East Catchers
At the weakest position across the division, the Yankees have rostered a competitive collection of talent behind the dish in comparison to their peers.
Luke Voit brought Dave Parker energy to his first spring press conference
Luke! pic.twitter.com/uzt3QxosQv
— Lindsey Adler (@lindseyadler) February 24, 2021
This is greatest shirt in baseball history, and I'm so glad that Voit appreciates it (and the Cobra himself).
The Yankees have talented arms looking to break out at the lower levels
As a talented wave of Yankees pitching prospects heads towards the majors a new group of young pitchers is looking to establish themselves as serious prospects.
This Day in Yankees History: Yanks acquire Ed Lopat
Lopat led the AL in ERA in 1953 and won the World Series five times while in pinstripes.
Yankees 2021 Season Preview: Luis Cessa
The right-hander relied heavily on his slider in the last two seasons, but he will need more weapons to fool hitters and keep his roster spot.
The Yankees are smart to have Gerrit Cole work with Gary Sánchez
It would benefit the Yankees for the two batterymates to get on the same page this year.
Wednesday’s open thread
The hump day open thread.
NYY News: Cole speaks his mind
Gerrit Cole speaks on the league’s treatment of players; 2021 a pivotal year for Gleyber Torres; Yankees put Luis Severino on 60-day IL; Greg Allen DFA’d to clear room on 40-man roster
Clint Frazier’s new approach has him primed for 2021
A change in plate discipline led to his breakout 2020
It is time to put respect on Brett Gardner’s name
Even if there’s nothing sexy about the re-signing of the longest-tenured Yankee, it should still be celebrated.
This Day in Yankees History: Happy birthday to trailblazer Elston Howard
The 1963 AL MVP would have turned 92 today.
Yanks sign Gardner, Wilson; DFA Allen; move Severino to 60-day IL
A bit of roster housekeeping has brought Gardner and Wilson into the fold.
Yankees 2021 Season Preview: Zack Britton
Once again, the projections anticipate regression, but expect Zack Britton to continue outperforming them.
What the Fernando Tatís Jr. extension means for the Yankees, Gleyber Torres, and the rest of MLB
The Padres’ superstar shortstop just inked a 14-year, $340 million extension. Here is why that is good news for the Yankees.
Tuesday’s open thread
An open thread for your Tuesday morning.
NYY News: Bombers suffer first injury blow of 2021
Clarke Schmidt out with an elbow injury; Luis Severino keeps progressing, and weighs in on Kevin Mather; Montgomery draws praise from Boone; Cole will start on Opening Day
Ask Pinstripe Alley: Yankees mailbag questions request
Send in your questions for a shot at being in the weekly mailbag.
Clarke Schmidt shut down for a month due to elbow injury
The first injury of the spring has hit, and a pitching prospect bore the brunt.
Major League Baseball needs more players like Zack Britton
With players usually shying away from any declarative statements for the sake of the team, Zack Britton’s comments were a breath of fresh air.
This Day in Yankees History: Jerry Coleman is honored
Former Yankees player and announcer Jerry Coleman was honored for his five decades of work announcing baseball.
Yankees 2021 Season Preview: Miguel Andújar
The once-Rookie of the Year runner-up has fallen from his 2018 heights, and his future in pinstripes is cloudier than ever.
NYY news: Let Jasson be Jasson
Yanks exec calls for restraint on Dominguez hype; Germán postpones media address after new report; Reggie Jackson moves on
Yankees Social Media Spotlight: Teammates stoked for Brett Gardner’s return
The Yankees re-signed Gardner this past week, and his teammates were very excited.
This Day in Yankees History: George Steinbrenner lies to Yogi Berra
George Steinbrenner tells Yogi Berra his job is safe two months before firing him; Yankees sign Chan Ho Park; Richard Bleier traded to Baltimore
Yankees media reacts to Brett Gardner’s return to pinstripes
Beat writers and Gardner’s teammates on the Yankees expressed excitement about the veteran’s return in 2021.