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Aaron Judge continues hot start as Yankees defeat Diamondbacks

Aaron Judge hit a three-run homer in the first inning for his 500th career extra-base hit, collected three hits and drove in four runs as the host New York Yankees raced out to a big lead and earned a 9-7 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks Thursday night.

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Aaron Judge News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 3

Aaron Judge’s hot start will have Yankee fans dreaming of slugger setting new HR record

Aaron Judge is the standard bearer and the best player on the New York Yankees. If it were not for the presence of Shohei Ohtani dominating for the Los Angeles Dodgers, it is quite likely Judge would be recognized as the best player in Major League Baseball.

Devin Williams News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 3

Yankees to get Devin Williams boost vs. Pirates

The New York Yankees (3-2) ran into some trouble the last two days versus the Arizona Diamondbacks and are hoping to avoid a series sweep in The Bronx on Thursday night.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / April 3

Charismatic Yankees Star Predicted To Be All-Star Game Starter

New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. has taken the baseball world by storm during the early part of the season. It isn’t for the eye-catching jewelry or custom cleats and gloves that he showcases every time he takes the field.

Gerrit Cole News / Athlon Sports / April 3

Injured Yankees Ace Gerrit Cole Shares Heart-Warming Update

Even while sidelined, Gerrit Cole remains a central part of the Yankees’ clubhouse and clearly, the fans haven’t forgotten him either. On Wednesday, Cole shared a rare message on Instagram, posting a photo of eight hand-drawn get-well cards from young fans.

Aaron Boone News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 3

Yankees’ Aaron Boone’s perfect 1-word response to lineup strategy question

Since spring training, New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone had confidence in young catcher turned first baseman Ben Rice’s ability to hit the ball. That confidence was shown when he chose Rice to bat leadoff in Thursday night’s game against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / April 3

Yankees Rookie Looks Like Future Star Based on Impressive Early Numbers

Between their controversial torpedo bats, record-setting power and Aaron Judge's insane production, the New York Yankees have dominated the first weekend of the MLB season.

Aaron Boone News / Athlon Sports / April 3

Yankees Manager Aaron Boone Gives Timeline on Veteran's Return from Injury

It’s been nearly a month since DJ LeMahieu pulled up lame in his first Grapefruit League game of the spring. Now, the New York Yankees’ veteran infielder is inching closer to live at-bats. Manager Aaron Boone offered an update Thursday on LeMahieu's timeline. He is progressing, but the Yankees are treating this like a do-over of spring training.

Anthony Volpe News / Last Word On Sports / April 3

Anthony Volpe May Have Finally Found His Stride

Among the positives so far, this young season for the New York Yankees, the power surge of young shortstop Anthony Volpe must be near the top. The 23-year-old is entering his third season in the big leagues, and though he’s been one of the best defensive shortstops in the game, his offensive production hasn’t been quite up to snuff.

MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / April 3

Yankees Star Closer Expected To Rejoin Team Against Pittsburgh Pirates

As the New York Yankees finish up their series against the Arizona Diamondbacks, they will still be without a key member of the team. Missing players

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / April 3

Howard Stern Shares First Impressions on New Yankees Announcer

Apparently, legendary radio host Howard Stern and New York Yankees announcer Dave Sims are kindred spirits. Sims, the Yankees’ first-year radio play-by-play voice, punctuates home runs with a “Hey, now!” call.

Max Fried News / New York Yankees on SI / April 3

Yankees Ace Max Fried Earns Generous Spot in Latest MLB Player Rankings

The New York Yankees suffered a series of tough blows to their starting rotation during spring training. Reigning American League Rookie of the Year Luis Gil will miss months with a shoulder issue, and the start of Clarke Schmidt's regular season is delayed due to rotator cuff tendinitis.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / April 3

Yankees Believe Former Bullpen Star Has Plenty Left in Tank to Help Staff

The New York Yankees are off to a strong start to this campaign with the offense performing at an extremely high level. However, they did recently add

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / April 3

Cause of death ruled for former Yankees OF Brett Gardner's teenage son

It was concluded that Miller Gardner died of carbon monoxide poisoning that he suffered while at a hotel.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / April 3

Yankees Superstar Slugger Gets Disrespected in Recent MLB Player Rankings

The New York Yankees are off to an excellent start this year, especially on offense. It has been an encouraging beginning to the season for the Yankees,

MLB News / Athlon Sports / April 3

FanDuel Announces New ROY Leader as Yankees' Domínguez Slides After Struggles

It didn’t take long for the Rookie of the Year race to heat up. Just one week into the season, Yankees outfielder Jasson Domínguez has fallen behind in the race, according to oddsmakers.

Aaron Judge News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 3

Yankees captain Aaron Judge’s ESPN ranking has veteran player ‘tripping’

The New York Yankees are 3-2 to start the season. Aaron Judge had a dominant series against the Milwaukee Brewers, hitting four homers and driving in 11 runs for the Yankees.

New York Yankees News / Just Baseball / April 3

Was 2024 Aaron Judge’s Best Chance To Win a World Series?

Even before his stunning start to the 2025 season — including four home runs, 11 RBI, and an OPS of 1.560 in just five games — there was no denying that Aaron Judge is a generational talent.

Merrill Kelly News / Field Level Media / April 3

Merrill Kelly, D-backs eye three-game sweep of Yankees

During spring training, the New York Yankees announced they would no longer play Frank Sinatra's "(Theme From) New York, New York" following home losses.

Bartolo Colon News / Larry Brown Sports / April 2

Bartolo Colon shares great post on social media

Bartolo Colon is responsible for one of the greatest single moments in Major League Baseball history, and the former pitcher thinks he could have created even more of them had the torpedo bat been available.

Spencer Jones News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 1

New York Yankees Top Prospect Commits to Using New Torpedo Bat at Double-A

Count Spencer Jones among the members of the New York Yankees family who will swing a torpedo bat this season. The No. 3 overall prospect in the New York farm system, according to MLB Pipeline, Jones will start the season Friday with the Double-A Somerset Patriots.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / April 2

Five overreactions and underreactions to the Yankees' hot 2025 start

The Yankees got off to a loud start this season. But sometimes all that noise can cloud one's judgement. Here are five aspects to the team's start that are being either overvalued or overlooked.

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Jazz Chisholm News / Larry Brown Sports / March 31

Jazz Chisholm Jr. has message for ‘idiots’ who question torpedo bat

Jazz Chisholm Jr. is one of several players who have been using a “torpedo” style bat through the early portion of the 2025 season, and the New York Yankees third baseman wants to dispel one false narrative about the new lumber.

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New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / March 31

After Yankees' hot start, will other teams start using torpedo bats?

After the New York Yankees steamrolled the Milwaukee Brewers in their opening three-game series, will their new torpedo bats become standard in Major League Baseball?

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