Aaron Boone ‘comfortable’ if Yankees continue to not employ true closer in postseason
When the Yankees start the playoffs next month, they may not have a true closer, and, at least for now, Aaron Boone seems content with that. Last week, Clay Holmes' 11th save was a blow to Boone, who was “creative” with his pitching plans late in games, but Luke Weaver earned his first save. Holmes […]
Marcus Stroman building Yankees playoff case despite ‘a couple mistakes’
The results suggested some progress, at least on paper. He pitched well in all but one of his starts in August, and in his most recent start, where he was unable to complete the fourth inning, he returned to his usual Marcus Stroman-like form, which was unusual for his late-season performance. This time, against the […]
Yankees’ Austin Wells pushing himself in Rookie of the Year race
Earlier this season, the Yankees appeared to have the front-runner for AL Rookie of the Year in Luis Gil. With the race heading into the final stages, Austin Wells is making a strong case for taking home the prize himself. As the Yankees focus on bigger goals this month, such as winning the AL East, […]
Anthony Rizzo’s hard contact an encouraging Yankees sign
The Yankees opted to add a high-potential fillip to their troubled left field corps by promoting Jason Dominguez and mostly dropping Alex Verdugo. There is no such potential cure at first base. Without DJ LeMahieu on the disabled list, the Yankees' only backup is Oswaldo Cabrera. Ben Rice has faded in the major leagues, going […]
AL Rookie of the Year award is Yankees’ Austin Wells’ to lose
Gambling content is intended for those 21 and over. If you sign up through our link, The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission. See our editorial standards for more information. With just a few weeks left in the 2024 MLB season, Austin Wells has emerged as the front-runner for American League Rookie of […]
Jon Berti returns from injury as lefties loom for Yankees
Jon Berti, who had been absent since suffering a left calf injury on May 24, was called up to the team, but it was unclear how he would be used. A right-handed hitting utility man, he could play third base and left field during his rehab assignment and be well suited to face left-handed pitchers. […]
Alex Verdugo responds to Jasson Dominguez’s Yankees arrival with homer
Alex Verdugo's timing was certainly ironic. Competition may indeed breed excellence, or at least improve outcomes. The controversial left fielder gave the Yankees a 3-2 lead with a two-run homer in the fourth inning of the Yankees' 10-4 win over the Royals in the Bronx on Monday night. Verdugo had been at bat 52 times […]
Yankees offense with Jasson Dominguez shows potential in win over Royals
Bringing up Jason Dominguez allowed the Yankees and their fans to dream about the possibilities: A playoff lineup loaded with important names and backgrounds from top to bottom of the roster. Then the Yankees stepped up to bat and made that dream come true. The lineup, capable of scoring with strength and speed, outweighed the […]
DJ LeMahieu placed on IL as Yankees future remains unknown
DJ LeMahieu's season is likely over. Was this his final game in pinstripes? The Yankees on Monday placed the 36-year-old veteran infielder, who has been struggling with a right hip injury, on the 10-day disabled list, retroactive to Sept. 6. LeMahieu last appeared on September 3rd against the Rangers, going 1-for-3 with one hit. “It's […]
Clay Holmes delivers ‘sharp’ outing in new Yankees role
CHICAGO — Clay Holmes pitched his best game yet in a new inning. Taking the mound for the first time since losing his sole closer position on Tuesday, Holmes breezed through eight innings, striking out two in a 1-2 loss to the Cubs on Sunday at Wrigley Field. Holmes retired the Cubs' top of the […]