You’re not going to believe this, but it appears that Rob Manfred is decidedly at it again. Despite pledging that, after 2019’s rocket ball, the Commish would stop messing with the equipment, it seems that Manfred blessed us with some even more egregious behavior in 2022, putting the Yankees at the forefront of the controversy. […] Did MLB feed Yankees juiced balls during Aaron … [Read more...] about Did MLB feed Yankees juiced balls during Aaron Judge’s home run chase?
Yankees-Carlos Rodón rumors gaining steam, coming from all the right places
The New York Yankees have more business to conduct after leaving the Winter Meetings with their 282-pound right fielder in tow. First atop the list, despite a clear vacancy in left field? Left-handed ace Carlos Rodón. There are enough tea leaves to read here to fill the pages of Moby Dick. Where there’s smoke, there’s often […] Yankees-Carlos Rodón rumors gaining steam, coming … [Read more...] about Yankees-Carlos Rodón rumors gaining steam, coming from all the right places
Here’s who Yankees lost to Mets, Red Sox in 2022 Rule 5 Draft (with surprise good news)
The New York Yankees, as they always do, passed when their turn to make a selection came up in Wednesday night’s Rule 5 Draft, the first such event held since 2020, when the Red Sox famously swiped Garrett Whitlock and the Guardians took Trevor Stephan from the Bombers. Both of those men have become staples […] Here’s who Yankees lost to Mets, Red Sox in 2022 Rule 5 Draft (with … [Read more...] about Here’s who Yankees lost to Mets, Red Sox in 2022 Rule 5 Draft (with surprise good news)
Twins just gave Yankees big opportunity by dangling Luis Arraez trade
DJ LeMahieu insurance for the Yankees? Check. The type of contact bat that LeMahieu typically brings, but at three times the ferocity of Isiah Kiner-Falefa’s lumber? Check. The literal American League batting champ, who can play anywhere and everywhere (well, mostly first, second and DH)? You bet. While the New York Yankees currently employ a never-ending trail […] Twins just … [Read more...] about Twins just gave Yankees big opportunity by dangling Luis Arraez trade
‘Arson Judge’ goes wild as Aaron Judge’s move from Yankees to Giants looms?
As of Tuesday night at the Winter Meetings, the New York Yankees are all claiming they’ll be ready to “handle” whatever comes next regarding Aaron Judge. The San Francisco Giants associates all seem calm and ready as the smoke blows in their direction. And, meanwhile, Arson Judge stands at the ready with a torch and […] ‘Arson Judge’ goes wild as Aaron Judge’s move from Yankees … [Read more...] about ‘Arson Judge’ goes wild as Aaron Judge’s move from Yankees to Giants looms?