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Yankees Have Yet To Discuss An Extension With James Paxton
New York Yankees starting pitcher James Paxton has not yet discussed a possible extension with the team. Paxton enters his contract year on the heels of a solid 2019 season that saw him post a 3.82 ERA and a 29% strikeout rate, and the 31-year-old worked on increasing his fastball’s spin rate over the offseason... Read More
DJ LeMahieu To Rejoin Yankees This Week
New York Yankees infielder DJ LeMahieu is expected to rejoin the Yankees this week after a relatively brief coronavirus-related absence. If LeMahieu does return within the expected timeline, then he should be ready to man second base for the Yankees on Opening Day. LeMahieu will look to build off of a breakout 2019 campaign that... Read More
Masahiro Tanaka May Throw A Bullpen Session On Thursday
New York Yankees starting pitcher Masahiro Tanaka (head) could throw a bullpen session on Thursday. Tanaka hasn’t pitched since suffering a concussion on July 4, but the 31-year-old has been free of concussion symptoms since being released from the hospital 10 days ago and had been expected to get back on the mound soon. If... Read More
James Paxton Is The Team's Second Starter
New York Yankees starting pitcher James Paxton was announced as the team’s second starter behind Gerrit Cole on Wednesday. As a result, Paxton will face the Nationals in what should be a tough matchup for his first start of the season. The Nationals lost arguably their best offensive player in Anthony Rendon over the offseason,... Read More
Aaron Judge To Rejoin Lineup On Wednesday
New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge (neck) is expected to rejoin the team’s lineup for its intrasquad game on Wednesday, according to manager Aaron Boone. Boone had originally hoped that Judge would be back in the lineup on Tuesday, but the outfielder’s neck was still bothering him at that point. If Judge does get back... Read More
Aaron Judge Feeling Much Better
New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge (neck) felt much better on Tuesday than he did on Monday, according to manager Aaron Boone. Even so, Judge was again held out of the team’s intrasquad game on Tuesday and was limited to batting practice. The Yankees continue to expect Judge to recover in time for the start... Read More
Masahiro Tanaka Symptom-Free
New York Yankees starting pitcher Masahiro Tanaka (head) has reportedly been symptom-free since leaving the hospital last Saturday. The Yankees still have not provided a public timetable for Tanaka’s return from his concussion, but the 31-year-old hopes to throw a bullpen session soon, and it seems likely that he’ll get back on the mound in... Read More
Masahiro Tanaka Doing Lower Body Workouts
New York Yankees starting pitcher Masahiro Tanaka (head) did lower body workouts on Monday as he continues to recover from a concussion. Manager Aaron Boone is encouraged by Tanaka’s progress and continues to indicate that Tanaka has been recovering well, but there is still no public timetable on Tanaka’s return. Based on Tanaka’s smooth recovery... Read More
Aaron Judge Feeling Better, Still Not In The Lineup
New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge (neck) is reportedly feeling better on Monday and was able to take swings in the batting cage. It’s encouraging that Judge is back to swinging, but his absence is getting to be concerningly long, and manager Aaron Boone is unsure if Judge will be back in the lineup on... Read More
Aaron Judge Not Back In The Lineup
New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge (neck) is out of the lineup for Sunday's intrasquad game. Judge was scratched from Saturday's lineup with a stiff neck, and although manager Aaron Boone expects Judge's absence to be brief, the outfielder's neck still appears to be bothering him. Judge's stiff neck is the result of sleeping wrong... Read More
Zach Britton To Close For The Yankees If Aroldis Chapman Isn’t Ready
New York Yankees relief pitcher Zach Britton will be the team’s primary closer if closer Aroldis Chapman isn’t ready for the start of the season, according to manager Aaron Boone. Chapman was diagnosed with coronavirus on Saturday and has been showing symptoms, so fantasy owners should expect Britton to start the season as the closer... Read More
Masahiro Tanaka Playing Catch
New York Yankees starting pitcher Masahiro Tanaka (head) played catch on Saturday for the second time since suffering a concussion one week before. Tanaka is still in the concussion protocol and the Yankees are taking his recovery slowly, but the 31-year-old is reportedly acting like his normal self and has been progressing well. Manager Aaron... Read More
Aaron Judge’s Stiff Neck Is A Minor Issue
New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge (neck) has had his stiff neck attributed to sleeping wrong, and the team is optimistic that the 28-year-old will be back in the lineup on Sunday. Judge was held out of Saturday’s intrasquad game with a stiff neck, but manager Aaron Boone isn’t particularly worried and expects Judge’s absence... Read More
Aaron Judge Has A Stiff Neck
New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge (neck) was removed from the lineup for Saturday's intrasquad game with a stiff neck. Judge finally returned to hitting against live pitching recently after recovering from a stress fracture in his rib, and it's possible that his stiff neck is related to that injury. If Judge's neck issue is... Read More
Masahiro Tanaka Exercising
New York Yankees starting pitcher Masahiro Tanaka (head) continues to exercise as he recovers from a concussion. The Yankees are taking a cautious approach in Tanaka’s recovery, but the 31-year-old appears to have been progressing well and should be ready for the start of the season or close to it. Fantasy owners should continue to... Read More
Clint Frazier Has Plantar Fasciitis
New York Yankees outfielder Clint Frazier (foot) has been dealing with plantar fasciitis over the past few months. Manager Aaron Boone expects Frazier to play through the injury, and the outfielder is already able to run and play defense at least. Frazier is unlikely to be much of a fantasy asset regardless of his health... Read More
Miguel Andujar Taking Reps At First Base
New York Yankees third baseman Miguel Andujar is taking ground balls and throws at first base as he attempts to increase his defensive versatility. Andujar attempted defense at first base early in spring training, but the Yankees decided not to pursue that position for him at the time. With third base and left field clogging... Read More
Gerrit Cole Looks Good In Intrasquad Game
New York Yankees starting pitcher Gerrit Cole allowed one hit and one run over five innings while striking out six in an intrasquad game on Tuesday. The only damage against Cole was a home run off the bat of Miguel Andujar, and the 29-year-old looked in midseason form as he cruised through five innings with... Read More
Gerrit Cole Nine Wins From Breaking Record
New York Yankees starting pitcher Gerrit Cole is nine straight wins from breaking Carl Hubbell’s record for consecutive regular season wins without a loss. Wins aren’t the gold standard of pitching metrics, but Cole owns an impressive 35-10 record over the past two years and hasn’t lost a regular season game since May 22 of... Read More
Luis Cessa No Longer Experiencing Coronavirus Symptoms
New York Yankees pitcher Luis Cessa is no longer experiencing coronavirus symptoms after testing positive on Saturday. Cessa has been self-isolating and will likely be ready for the start of the season given that he’s now symptom-free. Cessa is likely to be used mostly as a long reliever this year after not starting any games... Read More
Masahiro Tanaka Progressing Well
New York Yankees starting pitcher Masahiro Tanaka (head) is reportedly progressing well as he continues to recover from the concussion he suffered on Saturday. Manager Aaron Boone characterized Tanaka’s chances of being ready for the start of the season as uncertain, but it seems as though Tanaka is unlikely to miss multiple starts due to... Read More
Kyle Higashioka Has A Sore Neck
New York Yankees catcher Kyle Higashioka (neck) was scratched from Tuesday’s intrasquad game with neck soreness. The Yankees are likely just being cautious with Higashioka, and the extent of his neck issues should be clarified in the coming days. Higashioka is expected to back up Gary Sanchez this season, giving him the possibility of semi-consistent... Read More
Clint Frazier Dealing With Foot Issue
New York Yankees outfielder Clint Frazier (foot) has been dealing with a foot issue over the past few months, according to manager Aaron Boone. Frazier has reportedly been able to run and play defense despite the issue, so it seems unlikely that his foot will keep him from playing time this season. The odd man... Read More
Aaron Judge Completely Recovered From Fractured Rib
New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge (rib) is now completely recovered from the stress fracture in his rib and has not felt discomfort when batting against live pitching. Judge should be expected to man right field for the Yankees this season and should be an elite fantasy asset thanks to his impressive contact quality and... Read More
Aaron Judge Is Game-Ready
New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge (rib) declared himself “game-ready” on Monday. Judge suffered a stress fracture in his rib late last season that forced him to take time away from swinging, but the delayed season has provided Judge enough time to heal. Rib stress fractures are uncommon in baseball, so it’s hard to estimate... Read More
Luke Voit Loses 13 Pounds
New York Yankees first baseman Luke Voit has lost 13 pounds during the recent break as part of an effort to improve his defense at first base. With Giancarlo Stanton likely to act as the team’s primary DH, Voit will have to fend off Mike Ford and potentially Miguel Andujar for playing time at first... Read More
Giancarlo Stanton’s Calf Feels Back To Normal
New York Yankees outfielder Giancarlo Stanton (calf) is reportedly back to 100% and expects to be the team’s designated hitter for the start of the season. A calf strain has bothered Stanton since early March, so it’s encouraging that he’s finally back to feeling normal. The Yankees appear likely to exercise caution and use Stanton... Read More
Masahiro Tanaka Rides Stationary Bike Monday
New York Yankees starting pitcher Masahiro Tanaka (head) rode the bike at Yankee Stadium on Monday as he continues to recover from a mild concussion which he suffered on Saturday. The Yankees are encouraged by Tanaka’s progress so far, and it seems likely that he’ll be ready for the start of the season. Tanaka should... Read More
James Paxton Looks Dominant In Simulated Game
New York Yankees starting pitcher James Paxton (back) reportedly looked dominant in his first simulated game since undergoing offseason back surgery. Paxton is effectively a lock to be ready for the start of the season barring any additional injuries, and the 31-year-old should be a solid fantasy pitcher this season. After increasing his curveball usage... Read More
Masahiro Tanaka Diagnosed With A Mild Concussion
New York Yankees starting pitcher Masahiro Tanaka (head) was diagnosed with a mild concussion after being hit by a line drive during a simulated game on Saturday. Tanaka will likely require a setback free recovery to avoid missing any regular-season games, but manager Aaron Boone is encouraged by the pitcher’s progress so far. Fantasy owners... Read More
