Locked On Yankees - Daily Podcast On The New York Yankees

New York Yankees steamroll Boston Red Sox, dominating every facet to advance to the ALDS. Is this the most complete Yankees playoff squad in years?

New York Yankees dominate Boston Red Sox as Ben Rice delivers a historic postseason performance and Cam Schlittler silences his hometown team. Can this surge power the Yankees through October?

Cam Schlittler pitched another playoff gem against the Boston Red Sox, and Ben Rice also burned their hometown team with a late grand slam and six RBIs as the New York Yankees opened this Wild Card Series rematch with a 9-0 victory Tuesday night. With the Yankees minus star slugger Aaron Judge because of a calf injury, Rice homered twice, doubled and finished with four hits to power the offense. No. 9 batter Austin Wells drove in two runs for New York, and 21-year-old rookie George Lombard Jr. had three hits in his postseason debut. Rice and Schlittler were both raised among Red Sox fans in Massachusetts and went to college in New England before getting plucked by the Yankees out of Boston's backyard in baseball's amateur draft. Schlittler, a clear frontrunner for the AL Cy Young Award after leading the league with a 1.95 ERA, struck out 10 and walked one in 6 1/3 innings. He allowed only two hits while throwing 117 pitches - 10 more than his previous career high and most by a Yankees postseason starter since Hall of Fame lefty CC Sabathia threw 121 in the 2012 AL Division Series against Baltimore. Join JAY BERMAN for the Yankees Postcast!!!

New York Yankees face fierce expectations as they prepare for a high-stakes Wild Card showdown with the Boston Red Sox. Can their star-studded roster and MLB’s best pitching staff deliver, or will postseason pressure expose cracks in the foundation?

New York Yankees’ playoff rotation sparks debate—are they making the right call by saving Gerrit Cole for Game 3 against the Boston Red Sox? Stacey Gotsulias and Brian McKeon break down the rain-soaked season finale, discuss the impact of weather delays on team and fan morale, and question the Yankees’ postseason pitching strategy. Does Carlos Rodón deserve a bigger role versus the Red Sox lefty-heavy lineup, or is legacy winning over current matchups?

New York Yankees surge past Tampa Bay Rays, clinching three of four games and building postseason confidence. Can Cam Schlittler’s historic 1.95 ERA and 6.2 WAR power them deep into October?

New York Yankees crush the Tampa Bay Rays, powered by Ben Rice’s remarkable 41st home run—could postseason momentum be building just in time?

Ben Rice hit his 40th and 41st home runs, Ryan McMahon added a grand slam while matching his career high with five RBIs and the New York Yankees beat the Tampa Bay Rays 9-2 on Wednesday night. Gerrit Cole (10-9) allowed two runs and three hits in 5 2/3 innings with eight strikeouts and three walks. The 2023 AL Cy Young Award winner had a 3.61 ERA and 131 strikeouts over 22 starts and 127 innings following his return in May from Tommy John surgery. A day after Tampa Bay clinched the AL East title, Rice hit the first pitch of the first inning from Mason Englert (0-4) into the right-field second deck for his fourth career leadoff homer and second this season. Rice added a solo drive in the fourth for his fifth career multihomer game and finished with three hits. He is tied for the AL home run lead with Baltimore's Pete Alonso, the Rays' Junior Caminero and Houston's Yordan Alvarez. George Lombard Jr. also homered for the Yankees and Cedric Mullins went deep for the Rays. New York is assured of hosting a best-of-three AL Wild Card Series starting Tuesday, likely against Boston. The winner will face the Rays in a best-of-five Division Series. McMahon had an RBI single in the second and boosted the lead to 7-0 in the third with his third career slam. Join JAY BERMAN for the Yankees Postcast!!!

New York Yankees secure home-field advantage for the Wild Card, but questions linger about playoff momentum. Can Gerrit Cole, Carlos Rodón, and Max Fried’s midseason form fuel a deep postseason run for the Bronx Bombers?

Carlos Rodón allowed three hits in eight sharp innings and the New York Yankees prevented the Tampa Bay Rays from clinching the AL East title with a 2-0 victory in the opener of a day-night doubleheader on Tuesday. The Yankees (90-66) moved six games ahead of the Red Sox for the AL’s top wild-card spot. Tampa Bay (95-61) has a magic number of two to clinch the AL East for the fifth time in team history and first since 2021. Cody Bellinger hit a two-run homer in the fourth inning off Tampa Bay starter Nick Martinez (15-5) and also started a key double play to end the sixth by throwing out Victor Mesa Jr. at first. Rodón (7-3) struck out eight and walked none while completing eight innings for the first time since July 11, 2025, against the Cubs. The left-hander, who recorded his 100th win, became the 18th active pitcher to reach 1,500 career strikeouts when he fanned Jonny DeLuca on a slider for the second out of the eighth. Rodón also struck out AL MVP candidate Junior Caminero on a slider in the dirt in the seventh with a runner on after reaching 98 mph on the previous two pitches. Rodón threw first-pitch strikes to 15 of 25 hitters and improved to 3-1 in seven starts since returning from left elbow inflammation last month. Following a double by Ben Rice off Martinez in the fourth, Bellinger lifted the next pitch into the right field seats for a 2-0 lead. After a single by Mesa started the sixth, Richie Palacios lifted a fly ball to Bellinger. Bellinger made the catch and a strong one-hop throw to first baseman Luis García Jr. to easily complete the double play and get his eighth outfield assist this year. Martinez allowed two runs and five hits in six innings. The right-hander struck out seven and lost for the first time since July 9. David Bednar retired Yandy Díaz for his 35th save in 39 chances and finish New York’s 15th shutout in 2 hours, 2 minutes - the Yankees’ fastest game this season. Join JAY BERMAN for the Yankees Postcast!!!

New York Yankees face critical roster decisions as Clark Schmidt’s biceps cramping and Ryan Weathers’ return from injury cloud the playoff picture. Can Anthony Volpe’s hot streak secure his lineup spot over Jazz Chisholm with October baseball looming?

New York Yankees stumble against the Arizona Diamondbacks, raising concerns about bullpen fatigue and playoff readiness. Can they regroup in time for the postseason without Aaron Judge at full strength?

New York Yankees face critical decisions as key injuries threaten playoff momentum. Can Aaron Judge return in time to keep the team's championship hopes alive? With Spencer Jones emerging as the preferred center fielder over Trent Grisham, and concerns about Jazz Chisholm's lingering hand injury, the Yankees' postseason roster remains in flux.

New York Yankees’ extra-inning woes on the road threaten their postseason hopes. Can Aaron Judge’s status and Gerrit Cole’s recent struggles be resolved in time to secure a division title?

The Yankees and Twins went deep into extra innings today, with Minnesota walking off with a 5-4 victory in the 13th. New York rallied from a 2-0 deficit, tying the game on Anthony Volpe’s two-run double in the ninth, then taking the lead twice in extras. But the Twins answered each time, and Victor Caratini delivered the game-winning single in the 13th. Carlos Rodón pitched six solid innings, while Clarke Schmidt made his return from the injured list. The bigger concern for New York, though, is Aaron Judge, who left the game with right lower-leg tightness. Join JAY BERMAN for the Yankees Postcast!!!

New York Yankees cruise to another series win as Max Fried dominates on the mound and Spencer Jones silences doubts about hitting lefties. Is Cam Schlittler ready to make a legitimate MLB MVP push, not just a Cy Young run?

New York Yankees punch their playoff ticket with a dramatic late-game rally against the Minnesota Twins. Can this surging offense carry them deep into October?

Aaron Judge hit a three-run home run that capped a six-run eighth inning, and the New York Yankees beat the Minnesota Twins 8-3 Monday on a night they clinched their 61st postseason berth and ninth in 10 seasons. Judge had been 3 for 20 with 11 strikeouts since returning last week after missing 84 games because of a fractured rib. Judge hit a cutter from A.J. Minter 415 feet into the second deck in left field for his 18th home run this season, his first since May 24. His drive came a few minutes before Detroit beat Toronto, clinching a playoff berth for the Yankees. New York (87-63) has won six of seven and moved a season-high 24 games over .500. The Yankees are 3 1/2 games behind AL East-leading Tampa Bay (90-59). Josh Bell homered off Tim Hill (5-2) and Emmanuel Rodriguez had a two-run triple for the Twins, who have lost eight of 11 while fading from postseason contention. José Caballero hit a go-ahead homer in the third inning and a single off Andrew Morris (4-8) that tied the score in the eighth. Ben Rice added a two-run bloop single and, after a Cody Bellinger infield single, Judge elicited a hearty roar from the large contingent of Yankee fans with his no-doubt drive. Austin Wells homered in the ninth. John Schreiber earned his second save with 1 1/3 hitless innings. Join JAY BERMAN for the Yankees Postcast!!!

New York Yankees dominate the Subway Series as Cam Schlittler’s fierce mentality and shutdown pitching silence the Mets. Is this MVP-caliber performance fueling a run to the AL pennant?

New York Yankees find late-season spark with back-to-back grand slams, as Anthony Volpe breaks out and fans debate his future role. Could Volpe secure the second base job for 2025, or will Yankees pivot to options like Jazz Chisholm Jr., Luis Arraez, or Luis Garcia Jr.?

New York Yankees rout Rockies as George Lombard Jr. crushes the team's first grand slam of the season—are the Bronx Bombers peaking at just the right time?

New York Yankees extend their record with a 34th consecutive winning season as Aaron Judge’s return electrifies the lineup. Can Judge’s presence shift the playoff race down the stretch?

New York Yankees reignite playoff hopes as Aaron Judge returns from injury just in time for the pivotal Rockies series. Can Judge’s comeback and a red-hot offense energize the Yankees for a late-season surge?

New York Yankees stumble in a wild San Diego series as Gerrit Cole uncharacteristically struggles and Spencer Jones continues his breakout. Is a deep postseason run in jeopardy if they settle for a Wild Card berth?

New York Yankees gear up for a pivotal road series as they return to San Diego for the first time since 2024—can Max Fried, Carlos Rodón, and Gerrit Cole turn Petco Park into hostile territory for the Padres?

New York Yankees snap their road extra-innings drought in dramatic fashion as Cam Schlittler etches his name in franchise history. Can this rotation and revamped lineup power past the Tampa Bay Rays in the race for the AL East crown?

New York Yankees surge back against the Los Angeles Angels, setting up a high-stakes rubber match. Is Spencer Jones ready to claim the center field job over Trent Grisham as the postseason nears?

New York Yankees crumble against the Los Angeles Angels, looking more like a disorganized rec-league squad than a playoff contender. Can Aaron Boone refocus his team before momentum slips away for good?

New York Yankees overpower the Boston Red Sox with a commanding series win, reigniting excitement as they head to the West Coast. Can Aaron Judge's impending return push the Yankees into serious postseason contention?

New York Yankees edge Boston Red Sox 1-0 in a tense, old-school showdown at Yankee Stadium. Paul Goldschmidt’s towering leadoff homer proves decisive as pitching takes center stage, with Cam Schlittler reaching his 200th strikeout of the season and lowering his ERA to 2.09. Can the Yankees maintain their division lead as their offense sputters, or will the Red Sox capitalize in the next three games?

New York Yankees falter against Houston Astros as questions swirl around Aaron Boone’s future. Is another postseason shakeup looming for the Bronx Bombers?

New York Yankees falter as Gerrit Cole’s solid start goes unrewarded in a frustrating loss to the Houston Astros. Can New York’s struggling offense regroup in time for an all-important series against the surging Boston Red Sox?

New York Yankees overpower Houston Astros as Elmer Rodriguez delivers a crucial six-inning performance, stabilizing the bullpen and fueling another explosive offensive showing. Ben Rice’s record-setting 35th home run and clutch hits from Cody Bellinger, Jazz Chisholm, Spencer Jones, and Garcia raise questions: Is this offense finally firing on all cylinders, and can the momentum carry into the final Astros matchup and the pivotal Red Sox series?

New York Yankees erupt past Houston Astros as Cody Bellinger’s return sparks offensive fireworks. Can this revamped lineup surge propel them in the AL East race?

New York Yankees’ bullpen shows signs of wear just as the playoff hunt intensifies. Can Aaron Boone’s relief corps recover before it’s too late, or will mounting fatigue derail their postseason hopes?

New York Yankees' bullpen hits a wall as Houston Astros snatch a 9-7 win—are mounting fatigue and rotation gaps threatening the Yankees’ playoff push?

New York Yankees gear up for a high-stakes showdown with the Houston Astros, as Gerrit Cole regains ace form and trade deadline moves come under the spotlight. Can Will Warren rebound in the rotation, and will the Yankees’ struggling offense offer enough support against Astros pitchers Peter Lambert and Hayden Wesneski?

New York Yankees surge with clutch wins over the Toronto Blue Jays, setting the stage for make-or-break battles against the Houston Astros and Boston Red Sox.

Rookie Spencer Jones hit a towering two-run homer in the second inning that was upheld on replay, and the New York Yankees beat the Toronto Blue Jays 3-1 on Friday night for their fifth straight victory. New York starter Cam Schlittler (11-6) held the Blue Jays to one run and six hits in six innings. The tall right-hander allowed one earned run or fewer for the major league-leading 19th time and got his first win since July 24. After Trent Grisham opened the second with a walk, Jones lifted Spencer Arrighetti’s 2-1 curveball to right field. The ball stayed fair, passed the foul pole before landing about halfway up the second deck. Jones watched the flight of the ball before starting his home run trot. As he was about halfway through, Toronto manager John Schneider called for a review and the home run stood following a brief delay. It was Jones’ seventh homer and the second time he homered in consecutive games. Jones also went deep at Wrigley Field July 31-Aug. 1. José Caballero lifted a sacrifice fly for a 3-0 lead in the fourth as the Yankees won for the ninth time in 13 games. New York moved within three games of first-place Tampa Bay in the AL East. Schlittler pitched with runners on for most of his outing. He struck out Jesús Sánchez with two on to end the third, retired Myles Straw with two on to end the fourth before getting an inning-ending double play in the fifth. Alejandro Kirk had an RBI single in the fifth that extended his hitting streak to 10 games. After opener Mason Fluharty faced four hitters, Arrighetti (7-6) allowed three runs in 3 1/3 innings in his Toronto debut. Brent Headrick struck out pinch hitter George Springer with a runner on third to end the seventh. David Bednar recorded his 30th save in 33 chances. Join JAY BERMAN for the Yankees Postcast!!!

New York Yankees snap their month-long drought with a dominant series sweep—sparked by Gerrit Cole’s stellar outing and boosted by Ryan Yarborough’s bullpen-saving performance. Can this revitalized momentum carry them past the Toronto Blue Jays at home and solidify their playoff push?

New York Yankees edge out Baltimore Orioles in a controversial 5-3 win—can Aaron Judge’s return spark a World Series push?

Pete Alonso's drive down the left-field line in the seventh inning was ruled foul, and the New York Yankees took advantage of that reprieve, scoring twice in the top of the eighth to beat the Baltimore Orioles 5-3 on Wednesday night. Alonso, who had already homered in the third, nearly went deep again with the score tied at 3. His fly to left was initially called foul. One replay seemed to show the ball on the fair side of the pole, but it wasn't clear what angle it was shot from. After a review, the call stood and Alonso ended up striking out. The following inning, Cam Sanders (1-1) loaded the bases with a walk and two hit batters. Yennier Cano came on with two outs, and George Lombard Jr. hit a slow roller for an infield single to put New York ahead. Then a wild pitch made it 5-3. Brent Headrick (7-2) won in relief. David Bednar worked the ninth for his 29th save in 32 chances. Ben Rice homered for New York, and Alonso and Dylan Beavers went deep for the Orioles. Baltimore has lost three straight since pulling briefly ahead in the race for the American League's final wild card. The Orioles took a 1-0 lead in the first on a double steal. Gunnar Henderson swiped second base while Jackson Holliday dashed from third to home. Ryan McMahon's RBI single in the second tied it, and Lombard followed with a sacrifice fly. Rice's 34th home run went 431 feet in the third to make it 3-1. The ball landed just under the big scoreboard in right-center field at Camden Yards. But Alonso extended his hitting streak to 11 games with a drive to the same part of the ballpark, just a little shorter than Rice's. He has 29 homers in his first year in Baltimore. Beavers tied it in the sixth off Fernando Cruz with an opposite-field drive to left - just to the right of where the wall out there deepens. The Yankees try for a sweep Thursday night with Gerrit Cole (6-6) on the mound against Baltimore's Kyle Bradish (7-11). Join JAY BERMAN for the Yankees Postcast!!!

New York Yankees edge out the Baltimore Orioles behind Trent Grisham’s clutch three-RBI night, while Carlos Rodón impresses in his return to the mound. Can this patchwork lineup sustain its momentum deep into the playoff race?

Trent Grisham hit his 17th home run in the third inning and had a two-run single in the seventh to propel the New York Yankees to a 3-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday night. Yerry De los Santos (1-0) pitched two innings of scoreless relief for the Yankees (70-55), who began the series opener in possession of the top AL wild-card place and six games behind Tampa Bay for the AL East lead. Yankees left-hander Carlos Rodón allowed Coby Mayo’s 17th homer during four innings in his first start after nearly two months on the injured list with inflammation in his throwing elbow. Brent Headrick and Fernando Cruz got through the seventh, Paul Blackburn completed the eighth and David Bednar worked a perfect ninth for his 28th save in New York's second straight win. Join JAY BERMAN for the Yankees Postcast!!!

New York Yankees face another rotation shakeup as Carlos Rodón returns from the IL, but Max Fried exits with a recurring elbow bone bruise. Can the Yankees’ elite pitching depth hold up with September looming?

New York Yankees’ offensive woes overshadow stellar pitching as playoff concerns deepen. Can even Gerrit Cole’s dominance propel the team forward if the bats remain silent?

New York Yankees fall to the Toronto Blue Jays 3-1 as offensive woes and sloppy play overshadow Gerrit Cole’s strong outing. Can the Yankees snap out of this frustrating slump before it derails their postseason hopes?

New York Yankees brace for a high-stakes showdown with the Toronto Blue Jays as playoff hopes tighten and injury concerns linger. Can the Yankees’ razor-thin margin for error hold up—and will George Lombard Jr.’s electric defense make the difference down the stretch?

New York Yankees struggle with run support despite elite pitching—can anything turn it around?

New York Yankees’ offense sputters as sweep slips away against the Seattle Mariners. After a 10-run explosion the night before, the Yankees fall flat in a 1-0 shutout loss, raising questions about their consistency at the plate and missed opportunities to capitalize on strong pitching performances.

New York Yankees storm back to topple Seattle Mariners with Trent Grisham’s explosive breakout. Can this revitalized offense set the stage for a pivotal run with Toronto looming?

Stacey Gotsulias and Brian McKeon spotlight the Yankees’ resilient 7th-inning comeback, dissecting Ryan McMahon and Trent Grisham’s clutch at-bats and the ongoing struggles with run support for starters like Ryan Weathers.

The Yankees win in exciting fashion against the Mariners as Ryan McMahon and Trent Grisham provide the key hits!

New York Yankees secure $2.6 billion investment from Apollo Global Management—will this financial power move shape the Bronx Bombers’ future dominance?

New York Yankees edge out a playoff contender, but concerns linger as the offense sputters yet again. Can the Yankees’ elite pitching and emerging talents carry them to October glory, or will their razor-thin margins prove costly down the stretch?

New York Yankees shake up the lineup as George Lombard Jr. gets the leadoff nod amid frustrating offensive struggles. Can a youth movement jolt their wildcard hopes, or do persistent batting woes spell trouble for the Bronx Bombers down the stretch?

New York Yankees struggle to generate offense as pitching keeps postseason hopes alive. Can Aaron Judge’s return spark a turnaround, or will stagnant bats sink their season?

The Yankees lose the series finale to the Cardinals, 3-1. The Cardinals scored their three runs in the fifth inning off right-hander Will Warren. JJ Wetherholt highlighted the scoring with a two-run double. Right-hander Andre Pallante has been one of St. Louis’ most consistent starters this year. Yes, he leads the team with 12 victories, seven on the road, but he has been a workhorse for the club. Pallante pitched into the sixth inning for the 17th time this season, allowing one run on three hits and striking out four batters. At one point, after allowing a double to Heliot Ramos in the second inning, Pallante retired 11 of the next 14 hitters he faced. Join JAY BERMAN for the Yankees Postcast!!!

New York Yankees ignite the “Summer of George” as George Lombard Jr. launches a home run in his MLB debut and dazzles with slick defense at shortstop. Can Lombard’s fielding and calm under pressure revitalize the Yankees’ infield?

George Lombard Jr. homered in a memorable big league debut and the New York Yankees beat the St. Louis Cardinals 2-0 on Tuesday night. In the fifth inning, Lombard homered in his second at-bat by hitting an 0-2 sweeper over the middle of the plate from St. Louis starter Hunter Dobbins (2-2) into the left-field seats. As he completed his first home run trot in the majors, Lombard’s parents hugged in the stands. Lombard’s 392-foot drive gave the Yankees a 2-0 lead. It was the first homer by a Yankees player in his major league debut since Jasson Domínguez went deep in the first inning against Justin Verlander in Houston on Sept. 1, 2023. At 21 years, 63 days old, Lombard became the sixth-youngest Yankees player since 1985 to make his debut and the second-youngest shortstop in that span. Derek Jeter debuted May 29, 1995, in Seattle at 20 years, 337 days. Lombard also helped Ryan Weathers (5-7) pitch six strong innings by starting inning-ending double plays in the third and fifth. Join JAY BERMAN for the Yankees Postcast!!!

New York Yankees falter late against St. Louis Cardinals as bullpen woes and puzzling decisions overshadow Luis Garcia Jr.'s heroics. Could this be Brian Cashman's most disastrous trade deadline yet?

New York Yankees shake up the lineup with the acquisition of Luis Garcia Jr., sparking questions about roster strategy and Giancarlo Stanton’s future. Is this the offensive boost the Yankees need—or just the first in a series of bigger moves as the trade deadline looms?

New York Yankees weigh blockbuster trade deadline moves as young stars rise—will Brian Cashman pull the trigger or play it safe? Stacey Gotsulias and Brian McKeon debate whether the Yankees should target power bats like Hunter Goodman or defensive-minded catchers like Ryan Jeffers, dissect potential packages for ace reliever Mason Miller, and spotlight the tough choices looming with prospects Jasson Domínguez and Spencer Jones pushing for roster spots.

New York Yankees suffer back-to-back extra-inning heartbreakers against the Chicago White Sox, exposing glaring issues with clutch hitting and defensive execution. Can Aaron Boone spark a turnaround as the trade deadline looms?

New York Yankees ride Gerrit Cole’s dominant six-inning start to another crucial win over the Chicago White Sox. Can this surging staff carry the Yankees through a packed schedule and playoff race?

New York Yankees outlast the Chicago White Sox with a gritty, uncharacteristic win as Ali Sanchez delivers a surprise home run and Jazz Chisholm Jr. sparks the offense with aggressive baserunning. Can this revamped approach keep the Yankees in contention as injuries continue to pile up?

New York Yankees outduel the Philadelphia Phillies, taking another series against a winning club—but can they keep it rolling with injuries mounting? Stacey Gotsulias and Brian McKeon break down the Yankees’ gritty performances, spotlighting strong outings from Cam Schlittler, Ryan Weathers, and a lockdown bullpen led by David Bednar

New York Yankees face pivotal trade deadline decisions as Aaron Judge’s status remains uncertain. Will the Bronx Bombers make bold roster moves if Judge can’t return to full strength? The panel tackles fan questions about Cody Bellinger’s value, evaluating his underwhelming power numbers and defensive consistency, and explores the real impact of sluggish league-wide batting stats.

New York Yankees waste Gerrit Cole’s dominant start as offensive struggles return—can the lineup bounce back in time for October?

New York Yankees strengthen their rotation with Max Fried’s impressive return, shutting out the Pittsburgh Pirates in Game 2 after a split doubleheader. Can this pitching boost spark a winning streak as the Yankees embark on a tough road trip?

New York Yankees strengthen their rotation with Max Fried’s impressive return, shutting out the Pittsburgh Pirates in Game 2 after a split doubleheader. Can this pitching boost spark a winning streak as the Yankees embark on a tough road trip?

New York Yankees shake up pitching plans as Max Fried returns early to start a doubleheader alongside Gerrit Cole. Is the rotation now among the league’s best, or are the Yankees risking key arms for a short-term boost?

New York Yankees surge past Pittsburgh Pirates as Jazz Chisholm electrifies with back-to-back home runs. Does this pivotal win signal momentum for a second-half playoff push?

New York Yankees surge past the Pittsburgh Pirates with Jazz Chisholm Jr.’s explosive multi-homer night. Can the Yankees’ offense sustain this momentum as injuries mount and the bullpen is put to the test?

New York Yankees avoid a Dodgers sweep with Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s electrifying late homer—does this signal an end to their recent struggles?

New York Yankees eye momentum shift as they face off against the star-studded Los Angeles Dodgers in a high-stakes showdown at Yankee Stadium. Can Gerrit Cole and Cam Schlittler lift the Yankees to a statement series win, or will Yoshinobu Yamamoto and the Dodgers dominate prime time once again?

MLB's salary cap battle heats up as star players like Mike Trout, Juan Soto, Bryce Harper, and Paul Skenes push back against owners’ claims of fan support for a cap. Why do so many side with billionaires over players who fought their way up? Get the real facts on team revenues—Hal Steinbrenner and the Yankees pulled in massive profits last year, while MLB’s controversial “level the playing field” campaign divides the sport during All-Star festivities.

New York Yankees shine at the MLB All-Star Game with standout performances from Ben Rice, Juan Soto, and Cody Bellinger, who clinches MVP honors. Can the Yankees’ All-Star momentum spark a dominant second half?

Ben Rice has fun at the Home Run Derby as the New York Yankees celebrate back-to-back All-Star starters. Are a new wave of Bronx Bombers making their mark on MLB’s biggest stage?

New York Yankees sweep the Washington Nationals with dramatic late-game comebacks, exposing the Nationals’ struggling bullpen and reigniting hopes before the All-Star break.

Yankees beat the Nats for a second straight night in come from behind fashion. New York wins 4-2 after belting three home runs in the 8th inning. A day after rallying to win in the ninth inning, New York began its comeback an inning earlier. Ryan McMahon put the Yankees on the board in the eighth with a one-out shot to right-center, then after Ben Rice walked (his fourth time on base in the game) and left for pinch-runner José Caballero, Trent Grisham blasted a go-ahead homer to the second deck in right. Paul Goldschmidt went back to back with his 15th home run and first since June 24. Join JAY BERMAN for the Yankees Postcast!!!

New York Yankees explode for 12 runs against the Tampa Bay Rays, shattering Drew Rasmussen’s dominance and snapping a historic scoring drought. Ben Rice belts two home runs to climb within striking distance of Yordan Alvarez atop the AL leaderboard, while Austin Wells finally breaks his extra-base hit slump.

Ben Rice hit two homers and drove in five runs, Austin Wells also went deep and the New York Yankees beat the Tampa Bay Rays 12-4 Thursday to split a four-game series between the AL’s top two teams. Junior Caminero connected for the Rays, who have a four-game lead over the Yankees in the East. Both Rice and Caminero will compete in the Home Run Derby in Philadelphia on Monday night. The injury-riddled Yankees improved to 15-19 without three-time AL MVP Aaron Judge, who will have his injured right rib reimaged next week. The Yankees won for just the third time in 14 games. They’ve lost seven games in the standings in that span as the Rays have gone 10-4. Tampa Bay’s pitchers had 45 strikeouts and only two walks in the first three games of the series before New York’s slumping hitters broke out with 14 hits and 12 runs. Thursday's win had the most runs and hits in a game for the Yankees since a 12-2 victory over the White Sox on June 16. The Yankees chased All-Star Drew Rasmussen (7-5) with five straight hits during a six-run third inning. Trent Grisham’s RBI single gave New York a 2-1 lead and Rice followed with a two-run drive to right. Rasmussen then gave up consecutive infield singles and left after Jose Caballero’s RBI single. The right-hander allowed six runs and seven hits in 2 1/3 innings. His ERA rose from 2.73 to 3.26. Rasmussen came in with an 0.89 ERA - five earned runs in 50 2/3 innings - against New York. It was the lowest for a pitcher against any opponent in major league history since earned runs became an official stat in 1913. Reliever Paul Blackburn started for the Yankees, who used seven pitchers in a bullpen game. Blackburn gave up one run in two innings. Ryan Yarbrough (1-0) tossed a scoreless inning for the win. Rice hit his 28th homer, a towering, three-run shot to right-center, off Casey Legumina in the sixth to extend New York’s lead to 10-3. Caminero hit his 27th homer 438 feet the opposite way to right-center in the first. Join JAY BERMAN for the Yankees Postcast!!!

New York Yankees’ historic offensive slump raises urgent questions about the team’s direction. Can Gerrit Cole and the rest of the rotation rescue a lifeless lineup before the playoff hopes vanish?

Jonathan Aranda drove in three runs, Shane McClanahan pitched 6 1/3 innings and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the New York Yankees 3-0 on Wednesday night to extend their AL East lead to five games. McClanahan (8-5) scattered four hits and struck out five without a walk on 85 pitches. He had his longest outing of the season and his second consecutive start without giving up a run. Bryan Baker struck out the side in the ninth inning for his 25th save. The Rays have struck out the Yankees 45 times in the first three games of the series. Aranda had an RBI single in the third inning off Gerrit Cole (3-4) that scored Yandy Diaz, an RBI double in the fifth inning off Cole that plated Nick Fortes and added another RBI in the seventh against Fernando Cruz when Taylor Walls scored on a sacrifice fly. Diaz went 4-for-4 with a run and raised his batting average to .327. Cole was charged with three runs over 6 1/3 innings. He gave up seven hits, struck out six and walked one on 97 pitches. New York has lost 11 of its past 13 games. Yankees manager Aaron Boone and bench coach Brad Ausmus were both ejected in the sixth inning. Join JAY BERMAN for the Yankees Postcast!!!

New York Yankees set a dubious MLB record with back-to-back 17-strikeout games—can Aaron Boone’s squad break out of their midsummer slump?

Hunter Feduccia and Yandy Diaz hit consecutive home runs in the fourth inning, Ian Seymour struck out 12 and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the New York Yankees 6-4 on Tuesday night. Victor Mesa Jr. also homered, and Richie Palacios had two hits, scored twice and drove in a run for the Rays, who extended their lead in the AL East over the Yankees to four games. Seymour (6-1) allowed three runs on five hits without a walk in 5 1/3 innings. Bryan Baker worked a scoreless ninth for his 24th save. The Yankees struck out 17 times against five Tampa Bay pitchers and became the first American League team whose batters struck out 17 times in consecutive nine-inning games. New York fanned 17 times in a 5-1 win over the Rays on Monday night. Paul Goldschmidt and Jose Caballero each struck out four times. Goldschmidt is in an 0-for-30 slide. New York’s slumping offense had 11 hits, reaching double digits for the first time since June 17. Join JAY BERMAN for the Yankees Postcast!!!

New York Yankees break their Tropicana Field curse as Ben Rice earns a spot in the Home Run Derby—can this young slugger handle the spotlight and maintain his swing all season?

New York Yankees spiral as defensive miscues and cold bats fuel a 1-5 homestand against under .500 opponents. Can Aaron Boone’s club turn things around, or is their midseason slump spiraling out of control?

Joe Ryan scattered three hits in seven scoreless innings and the Minnesota Twins won a series at Yankee Stadium for the first time since 2014 with a 6-1 victory that sent New York to its ninth loss in 10 games on Sunday. Ryan (6-5) walked one and tied his season high with nine strikeouts. The Twins outscored the New York Yankees 17-5 in the final two games of the series after going 1-for-12 with runners in scoring position Friday. Byron Buxton left the game after re-aggravating a previous hip injury as he was caught stealing second in the first inning. Brooks Lee had three hits, including an RBI single in the fourth following a wild pitch by Ryan Weathers (3-7). Royce Lewis had a two-run single in the fifth off Paul Blackburn and the Twins scored two unearned runs off Camilo Doval following an error by Volpe at shortstop. Volpe committed New York’s 20th error in the last 15 games when he misplayed a high chopper by Ryan Kreidler and the Twins scored on a bases-loaded walk by Austin Martin and a sacrifice fly by Kody Clemens. The Yankees have allowed 29 unearned runs in their last 15 games. Josh Bell contributed an RBI single in the first inning after homering in consecutive at-bats in Saturday’s 11-4 win. New York second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. left the game due to a right toe injury. The Yankees did not get a runner to third base until Trent Grisham doubled and scored on a double-play grounder by Jasson Domínguez. Weathers allowed four runs and six hits in four-plus innings. Join JAY BERMAN for the Yankees Postcast!!!

Stacey Gotsulias and Brian McKeon tackle hot topics like the "Boone Swoon," the ongoing debate over Aaron Boone and Brian Cashman’s future, and whether Juan Soto could someday return to pinstripes.

New York Yankees hit the midseason mark with question marks and controversy. Who stands out as the Bronx Bombers’ MVP—and who’s dragging the team down?

New York Yankees spiral as offensive woes and lifeless play spark fan outrage. Can someone spark a turnaround, or is the team doomed to another midseason collapse?

The New York Yankees’ losing streak stretched to seven, their longest in three years, as Camilo Doval forced in the go-ahead run with a bases-loaded walk to Spencer Torkelson in a four-run 11th inning that gave the Detroit Tigers a 6-2 victory Wednesday. New York rallied with two runs in the ninth and stranded runners at second and third in the 10th when Keider Montero (5-5) struck out Ali Sánchez. With two outs and one on in the 11th, Doval (3-1) intentionally walked Riley Greene, then issued consecutive walks to Hao-Yu Lee and Torkelson. Zach McKinstry followed with a two-run single and another run scored on a throwing error by Sánchez, the Yankees catcher - New York’s 17th error in 12 games. New York is on its longest losing streak since a nine-game skid from Aug. 12-22, 2023. The Yankees, missing Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton and Trent Grishman, had seven hits and totaled just 23 in their last six games. New York has lost 11 of 14 and is 12-15 since Judge fractured a rib. Detroit took three games from New York, its first series sweep of the Yankees since 2008. Down 2-0, New York tied the game in the ninth when Amed Rosario homered and Drew Anderson threw a run-scoring wild pitch. Rookie Kevin McGonigle homered in the third off Will Warren and Greene lifted a sacrifice fly in the sixth. Troy Melton held the Yankees to two hits in 6 1/3 innings on a 95-degree Fahrenheit day. Join JAY BERMAN for the Yankees Postcast!!!

Tarik Skubal pitched six innings of one-hit ball and Riley Greene hit two of Detroit's four homers off Cam Schlittler as the Detroit Tigers beat the New York Yankees 9-3 on Tuesday night and sent New York to its season-worst sixth straight loss. The Tigers hit five homers overall against the Yankees for the first time since Aug. 30, 2018. Skubal (4-4), making his fourth start since returning from elbow surgery, allowed only Ben Rice’s 23rd homer in the first inning and an unearned run in the sixth. The two-time defending AL Cy Young Award winner struck out nine and walked none after allowing four runs to the Yankees last week in Detroit. Skubal threw 61 of 87 pitches for strikes and retired 12 straight after Rice’s homer in the first. Greene hit a solo shot during a four-run first inning off Schlittler (8-5) and added a two-run drive in the third for a 6-1 lead. It was Greene’s eighth career multi-homer game. Before Greene's first homer, Kerry Carpenter hit a solo shot in which center fielder Spencer Jones could not complete a leaping catch at the right-center field fence and saw the ball pop out of his glove into the Yankees’ bullpen. Spencer Torkelson hit a two-run homer to cap a 10-pitch at-bat in which he fouled off six pitches. Schlittler allowed a career-high six runs runs and seven hits in four-plus innings. The hard-throwing right-hander had his ERA climb from 1.62 to 2.08. Schlittler allowed four homers after allowing six homers in his first 17 starts. He had never allowed more than two in any start and became the first Yankees pitcher to allow four homers to the Tigers since Chuck Cary in 1989 at Tiger Stadium. Detroit's James Outman hit a three-run homer in the sixth off Ryan Yarbrough after second baseman José Caballero committed a throwing error on a force play. New York has managed just 16 hits in its last five games. Join JAY BERMAN for the Yankees Postcast!!!

New York Yankees hit rock bottom with a lifeless 7-3 loss to the Detroit Tigers, sparking questions about organizational complacency and clubhouse leadership. Have manager Aaron Boone’s postgame messages lost their impact, or is the team’s culture too comfortable with prolonged slumps?

It was a painful night for the Yankees on Monday at Yankee Stadium. New York lost to the Tigers, 7-3, its fifth straight defeat and eighth in its past 10 games. Worse, the Yankees lost second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr., who was nearly knocked out after colliding with right fielder Jasson Domínguez in the fourth inning. New York continued to struggle offensively, recording three hits or fewer for the fourth straight game. Tigers right-hander Casey Mize struck out 10 and limited the Yankees to just one hit in seven innings, and that came in the third inning when Spencer Jones doubled to right field. Mize was out of the game when Amed Rosario hit a pinch-hit three-run homer off left-hander Drew Sommers in the eighth inning. Join JAY BERMAN for the Yankees Postcast!!!

New York Yankees collapse at Fenway, raising urgent questions about their playoff aspirations. Swept by the Boston Red Sox after a disastrous extra-innings loss, the Yankees’ bullpen mismanagement, lackluster offense, and ongoing reliance on Aaron Judge leave fans frustrated and searching for answers. Has this storied franchise finally hit rock bottom, or is worse to come?

For a while, the story was Sonny Gray’s near no-hitter, which ended with one out in the eighth. Then, the focus shifted to Aroldis Chapman blowing his second save in a week and Wilyer Abreu having some rare defensive breakdowns in right field. But in the end, it was all about a walk-off pile – just the second this season for the Red Sox, who capped off a rare four-game sweep of the rival Yankees in dramatic fashion, winning, 5-4, in 10 innings. Join JAY BERMAN for the Yankees Postcast!!!