Elmer Rodriguez ready to begin Yankees’ Grapefruit League opening game
TAMPA — Let the game begin. After four days of full-team training at Steinbrenner Field, the Yankees are set to kick off their Grapefruit League schedule on Friday against the Orioles in Sarasota, Florida. Next weekend, several players, including infielders Jazz Chisholm Jr., Jose Caballero, and Amed Rosario, along with catcher Austin Wells, will leave […]
Ryan McMahon optimistic that adjustments in the Yankees’ batting can establish a balanced approach
TAMPA — Ryan McMahon’s Impact on Defense Regardless of his batting performance, Ryan McMahon’s influence at third base is notable. But the Yankees think there’s potential for him to improve offensively, a focus that started right after their playoff exit last fall, where he actually performed quite well at the plate. After wrapping up a […]
Aaron Boone discusses the Yankees’ strategy for ABS
TAMPA — Aaron Boone is gearing up for a pivotal moment. With the Yankees down by two in the bottom of the ninth, two outs, and the bases loaded, Aaron Judge strikes out on a low pitch to finish the game. They’ve already reached their limit with the new Automatic Ball Strike System (ABS). “It’s […]
Michael Kay puzzled by Aaron Judge’s ‘passive aggressive’ remarks about the Yankees
Aaron Judge’s Concerns About Yankees’ Offseason Michael Kay, the voice of the Yankees on YES Network, expressed some thoughts about Aaron Judge’s disappointment with the Yankees’ slow offseason during his ESPN NY radio show on Tuesday. Although he said he couldn’t entirely understand Judge’s viewpoint, he found the offseason particularly “tough to watch.” Kay conveyed […]
Cam Schlittler from the Yankees successfully completes initial assessment following back problem
TAMPA — Cam Schrittler’s Return to the Mound Cam Schrittler downplayed his recent back issues, calling them “not important,” but his return to the bullpen mound on Tuesday certainly felt significant. Last week, the Yankees held him back to address inflammation in his mid-back and left latissimus dorsi. If he continues with his bullpen sessions […]
Giancarlo Stanton’s better health brings great expectations and everything is possible for the Yankees.
TAMPA — Giancarlo Stanton’s Spring Training Status A year ago, Giancarlo Stanton started his spring training with two sore elbows, which led to a delayed season until mid-June. On Tuesday, he acknowledged that the tendinitis in both elbows is still present but noted, thankfully, he feels better now. As of now, he seems poised to […]
Anthony Volpe of the Yankees is not blaming his injury for his difficulties while coming back from a tough physical low.
TAMPA — Anthony Volpe Reflects After Shoulder Surgery When Anthony Volpe woke up from surgery in October, he faced an unexpected reality. Yet, the Yankees shortstop emphasized that the surgery, aimed at repairing a torn labrum in his left shoulder, wouldn’t serve as an excuse for his performance last season, despite discovering more damage than […]
Carlos Lagrange delivers a 103 mph response to Aaron Judge in a tough challenge from the Yankees
TAMPA — LaGrange Faces Judge in Live Batting Practice Carlos LaGrange stepped up to pitch at Steinbrenner Field on Monday and couldn’t help but think, “Wow, there’s Aaron Judge.” It was quite the moment. Soon enough, Judge connected with one of LaGrange’s fastballs, sending it flying at 99.3 mph into the stands for a home […]
Aaron Judge of the Yankees believes he has fully recovered from his elbow injury.
TAMPA — Aaron Judge’s Recovery Progress Last season, standing in right field, Aaron Judge often felt at a loss, realizing his arm didn’t have its usual strength. After dealing with a right elbow flexor strain, he spent the first month post-injury as a designated hitter, gradually making his way back to the field in September […]
Aaron Judge pleased with Yankees’ opportunity after a stressful offseason
Yankees’ Aaron Judge Reflects on Offseason Frustrations and Upcoming Season TAMPA — Aaron Judge, like many Yankees fans, felt a wave of frustration early this offseason. But, he’s pleased with how things have turned out. Judge admitted on Monday that the initial part of the winter was a “brutal” waiting game for the Yankees to […]