Luis Severino, a talented and experienced pitcher, has been an integral part of the New York Yankees’ rotation in previous seasons. However, his recent performances have raised questions about his readiness and effectiveness on the mound. In 13 starts so far this season, his ERA is as high as 7.74 with a 2-6 win-loss record. ...
New York Yankees bullpen has been their biggest positive this season. The relievers’ and closers’ collective ERA ranks the lowest in the league. However, there have been times when the bullpen didn’t perform up to the standards. It could be due to the intense pressure put on by the starters. Still, it’s part of the ...
It’s well established by now that injuries have massively marred the New York Yankees’ 2023 MLB season. Right from the beginning of the season, the club has been dealing with injuries to prominent and regular players, which derailed their successful run. For instance, the Yanks missed the service of its captain Aaron Judge for months ...
Anticipation and hype around the recently concluded trade deadline were high among New York Yankees fans. The club was expected to be aggressive buyers considering the team’s dire situation. Moreover, the Bronx Bombers were linked to multiple outfield options weeks ahead of the August 1 deadline. However, the intense hype was doused quickly as the ...
Carlos Rodon’s arrival in the New York Yankees will go down in history as one of the worst debut seasons by a newcomer. Since signing the six-year $162 million contract in the off-season, nothing has gone right for the left-handed pitcher. Right from spring training, injuries have come raining down on the southpaw. Carlos Rodon ...
Injuries have been a major challenge for the New York Yankees this season as they navigate their way through the late playoff push. However, off lately, the Yanks have gotten healthier. In the past four weeks, the team has welcomed back key players, including Aaron Judge and Nestor Cortes, from the injury list. However, the ...
Aaron Judge, the New York Yankees’ lead slugger, had been the captain of the team’s ship for several seasons. Last season, he single-handedly carried the club to the postseason. While the Yanks failed to clinch a World Series title, Judge ended by bagging the AL-MVP title. Naturally, the expectation from the slugger was sky-high this ...
The New York Yankees, a team with a storied history and a legacy of success, find themselves in a unique position this season as they navigate through a challenging phase. After a recent series opener loss to the Chicago White Sox, the Bronx Bombers are back at the bottom of the American League East division. ...
The New York Yankees made questionable moves during the recently concluded trade deadline. Ditching obvious outfield candidates, the club signed a couple of bullpen pieces. During the final minutes of the deadline, Brian Cashman traded Keynan Middleton from Chicago White Sox in exchange for minor-league pitching prospect Juan Carela. Along with Middleton, the Yankees also ...
Anthony Rizzo, the New York Yankees’ reliable first baseman, recently got placed on IL with post-concussion syndrome. While concussion injury is not a new phenomenon in the world of sports, Rizzo’s case seemed bizarre. The injury which caused the syndrome dates back to May 28 when he collided with Padres hitter Francis Tatis Jr. Rizzo ...
Jake Bauers, a versatile player known for his ability to play both the infield and outfield positions, has journeyed through multiple teams in his Major League Baseball career. However, a year ago, he thought his major career was over until he signed with the New York Yankees. With a .407 batting average in 13 spring ...
Giancarlo Stanton, known for his power-hitting and offensive prowess, has faced his share of injury setbacks throughout his career. This season itself, the Yankees hitter missed more than six weeks of game time due to a hamstring injury. While he returned eventually, the form took a massive hit as Stanton struggled to record hits, let ...
The New York Yankees hosted rivals Houston Astros in the Bronx for a four-game series for the first time since ALCS defeat in 2022. The hosts started off well by securing the series opener. However, Luis Severino’s terrible run cost them the second game. Fortunately, Nestor Cortes’ return helped the Yanks get to the winning ...
Anthony Rizzo, the New York Yankees veteran baseman, suffered a head collision with Padres hitter Tatis Jr. on May 28. He missed a game on the following day but skipped an IL stint as all tests came in normal. The Yanks also conducted a concussion test which Rizzo passed with flying colors. However, the infielder’s ...
After losing two consecutive series, it was time for the New York Yankees to host arch-rivals Houston Astros. The reigning World Series champions were visiting the Bronx for the first time since trashing the Yanks in ALCS in 2022. Naturally, the atmosphere was electric, and both sides promised a highly competitive matchup. The hosts dominated ...
