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Athletics News / Texas Rangers on SI / April 23
This Texas Rangers Reliever Making Biggest Impact Among Newcomers
There was definitely plenty of consternation among Texas Rangers fans, as well as second-guessing by baseball insiders, when the club decided not to pursue All-Star closer Kirby Yates this offseason.
MLB News / Lone Star Ball / April 19
13-8 - The El Bombi moment! Rangers walk off Dodgers 4-3 
Garcia gets the better of Yates for winning blast! The Texas Rangers scored four runs while the Los Angeles Dodgers scored three runs. Through seven innings, the Rangers had two hits today.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / April 10
Kirby Yates: Dodgers Were Motivated To Avoid Nationals’ Sweep
The Los Angeles Dodgers salvaged their series against the Washington Nationals by earning a 6-5 win on Wednesday to avoid being swept and finish 2-4 on their first domestic road trip of the regular season.
The 'Most 40 home run seasons in MLB history' quiz
How many of the 50 MLB players with three or more 40 home run seasons can you name in six minutes?
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / March 24
Dodgers All-Star on LA Ruining Baseball Narrative: We Don't Care
The Los Angeles Dodgers shocked the baseball world by signing a plethora of talent throughout the offseason. The defending champions were perhaps the most aggressive club this winter, a striking symbol of determination to return to the Fall Classic once again.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / March 8
Kirby Yates Signed With Dodgers To Pitch Deep Into Postseason
Kirby Yates joined the Los Angeles Dodgers on a one-year, $13 million contract as one of multiple moves to fortify a bullpen that was plenty talented last season.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 12
Pair of Dodgers pitchers behind schedule in injury recovery
Dodgers right-hander Evan Phillips missed the World Series last year due to shoulder troubles, but the full scope of his injury was never made clear until camp opened this week.
Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / February 7
Texas Rangers Predicted To Re-Sign Relief Pitcher Despite Luxury Tax Situation
Pitchers and catchers will be reporting soon for the Texas Rangers, and there is still hope they might add another piece of two before the start of Spring Training.
Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / February 6
Former Angels Reliever Traded Away From World Series Champions
The Los Angeles Dodgers needed to make room in the bullpen for All-Star reliever Kirby Yates and in a surprising move they designated a former Los Angeles Angels reliever for assignment.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / February 4
Kirby Yates Received Signing Bonus & No Deferrals
The Los Angeles Dodgers further bolstered their bullpen by signing Kirby Yates to a one-year, $13 million contract for the 2025 season. The Dodgers’ deal with Yates was originally reported on Jan.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / January 31
Kirby Yates Confident In Ability To ‘Do This For A Few More Years’
The Los Angeles Dodgers added onto what already has been a wildly successful offseason by signing Kirby Yates to a one-year, $13 million contract on Thursday.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Larry Brown Sports / January 31
Fans stunned by Dodgers’ latest move
The Los Angeles Dodgers have made some significant additions to their roster this offseason, but their latest subtraction also has fans buzzing. The Dodgers signed yet another All-Star pitcher on Tuesday when they agreed to a 1-year, $13 million deal with Kirby Yates.
MLB News / Boston Red Sox on SI / January 31
Ex-Red Sox Polarizing Hurler DFA'd By Dodgers Despite 3.54 ERA
One former member of the Boston Red Sox likely is going to need to find a new home in the near future. The Los Angeles Dodgers officially announced their signing of two-time All-Star Kirby Yates on Thursday and in response designated veteran reliever Ryan Brasier, according to FanSided's Robert Murray.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Field Level Media / January 30
RHP Kirby Yates, Dodgers agree to one-year, $13M deal
Right-handed reliever Kirby Yates has agreed to a one-year contract worth $13 million to join the Los Angeles Dodgers. The deal was first reported Jan.
Los Angeles Dodgers News / Last Word On Sports / January 30
Is Kirby Yates a Luxury or a Necessity in the Dodgers Bullpen?
The Los Angeles Dodgers’ signing of right-handed pitcher Kirby Yates appears to be done, according to multiple sources including ESPN’s Jeff Passan. They now have four relievers capable of closing games at the back end of their bullpen.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 29
Dodgers sign two-time All-Star pitcher as big offseason continues
He becomes the latest big acquisition in a huge Dodgers offseason.
MLB News / Bluejaysnation / January 21
Dodgers sign former Blue Jay Kirby Yates
The rich got richer on Tuesday. According to USA Today’s Bob Nightengale, the Los Angeles Dodgers have an agreement on a contract with Kirby Yates. It’s unclear what the contract specifics are, but the Dodgers once again added a good player.
MLB News / Field Level Media / January 21
Report: Dodgers reach agreement with closer Kirby Yates
The Los Angeles Dodgers have reached a tentative deal with free-agent right-handed reliever Kirby Yates, USA Today reported on Tuesday. Terms of the contract were not disclosed for Yates, who would join an already strong pitching staff pending the results of a physical.
MLB News / Yardbarker / January 21
Dodgers reportedly adding another star to bullpen
The Dodgers simply won't quit bulking up their roster in preparation for another World Series run.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 21
Dodgers reportedly reach 'tentative' agreement with standout reliever
It’s the latest strike in a Dodgers offseason spending blitz.
Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 20
Former Texas Rangers Closer Drew Interest From Dodgers Before Marquee Signing
Former Texas Rangers closer Kirby Yates is still waiting to find a home for the 2025 MLB season. Yates is coming off of a phenomenal showing in 2024 where he threw 61.2 innings and compiled a 1.17 ERA and 33 saves for the 2023 World Series champions.
MLB News / Bluejaysnation / January 14
Jeff Hoffman reportedly failed two physicals before signing with the Blue Jays, is it time for fans to panic?
Last Friday, the Toronto Blue Jays signed reliever Jeff Hoffman to a three-year deal, the splashiest free agent signing for the club this winter. However,
Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / January 12
Texas Rangers All-Star Free Agent Closer Linked to NL Central Team
Texas Rangers closer Kirby Yates is still available in the MLB free agency market. After an impressive 2024 MLB season, he remains as one of the best players still available to be signed.
Texas Rangers News / Texas Rangers on SI / December 18
Kirby Yates Is Still An Option! Time Remains For Texas Rangers To Re-Sign All-Star Closer
To assess the market of free-agent Texas Rangers closer Kirby Yates, one has to do some research. Yates is one of the top closers on the market, even at 37 years old.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / December 17
Chicago Cubs Can Shore Up Bullpen by Signing Star Free Agent Kirby Yates
The perception of the Chicago Cubs offseason has turned around tremendously. It's gone from frustration at the team's lack of interest in top free agents to elation after the huge trade made for superstar outfielder Kyle Tucker.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 12
Tigers have interest in two-time All-Star reliever
He will be limited in the kind of contract he can secure. That’s both on account of his age and also his injury history.
MLB News / Bluejaysnation / November 24
Free Agent Profile: A reunion with Kirby Yates should be considered by the Blue Jays
Could a reunion with Kirby Bates be on the horizon for the Toronto Blue Jays? The word “reunion” is a bit misleading, as he never pitched for the Jays.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / December 5, 2023
Rangers add former MLB saves leader to bullpen
The defending champions are not letting up one bit.
Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker / March 23, 2021
Blue Jays closer Kirby Yates 'very likely' to undergo season-ending Tommy John surgery
It appears closer Kirby Yates won't make his regular-season debut with the Toronto Blue Jays this year after agreeing to a one-year deal with the club this past offseason.
San Diego Padres News / Yardbarker / January 17, 2021
Report: Padres not among finalists for free-agent RHP Kirby Yates
It appears Kirby Yates will not be returning to the San Diego Padres in 2021.
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