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March 14, 2026

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As the Yankees gear up for the 2026 season, the buzz around the roster is palpable, especially with Aaron Boone shining a light on top prospect George Lombard Jr., who is turning heads this spring. Meanwhile, Gerrit Cole is hard at work on his comeback from Tommy John surgery, his intensity in rehab can’t be overlooked as fans dream of what he’ll bring back to the rotation. In a lighter baseball vein, Team USA narrowly avoided disaster in the World Baseball Classic, thanks in part to David Bednar's clutch performance, proving that even amidst roster decisions and rehab tales, the heart of baseball still beats strong. But not all is rosy, as Cade Winquest faces the axe in the latest projections, highlighting the tough calls ahead as the Yankees finalize their lineup.

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Here's a fresh look at the Yankees' 2026 Opening Day roster

Here's a fresh look at the Yankees' 2026 Opening Day roster

TAMPA, Fla. – There are fewer than two weeks remaining before the Yankees will assemble on the first-base line at Oracle Park in San Francisco, set to begin the 2026 Major League season on Opening Night against the Giants. Most of the roster calls seem decided at this stage –

Bednar escapes jam as USA holds off Canada in quarterfinals

Bednar escapes jam as USA holds off Canada in quarterfinals

HOUSTON – Team USA has definitely “punched its ticket” this time. And it’s a ticket to a real heavyweight bout. After a tumultuous couple of days emanating from a regrettable MLB Network interview segment for manager Mark DeRosa and a lamentable loss to upstart Italy, the American dream in this

Yankees News: Gerrit Cole focused as he continues comeback

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Yankees News: Gerrit Cole focused as he continues comeback

The Athletic | Brendan Kuty: Having missed all of last season after undergoing Tommy John surgery, Gerrit Cole is on the comeback trail. The Athletic got a chance to shadow him as he worked out as part of his ongoing rehab, getting a look into the mad man — I say with affection — that […]

World Baseball Classic quarterfinals thread: USA vs. Canada/Dominican Republic vs. South Korea

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World Baseball Classic quarterfinals thread: USA vs. Canada/Dominican Republic vs. South Korea

Happy Friday, all! The Yankees played earlier today in spring training against the Braves, but a few other Yankees are actually playing tonight. And since the World Baseball Classic is now in the knockout stage, how about we have a game thread for tonight’s two contests? First up is the Dominican Republic, who looked an […]

Yankees insider's (mostly) chalk roster projection underscores 1 glaring spring flop

Yankees insider's (mostly) chalk roster projection underscores 1 glaring spring flop

Bryan Hoch of MLB.com's latest Yankees roster projection includes Cade Winquest getting the boot.

Aaron Boone's in-game George Lombard Jr. commentary has Yankees fans feeling inspired

Aaron Boone's in-game George Lombard Jr. commentary has Yankees fans feeling inspired

New York Yankees' top prospect George Lombard Jr. has made some impressive statements with his play this spring, leading to Aaron Boone heaping him with praise and showing fans how bright the future can be.