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Feb 20, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; New York Yankees pitcher Devin Williams (38) looks on during work outs at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images The New York Yankees, who have long been known for not allowing their players to keep beards on their face, have made a shocking rule change.Yankees to allow stars to play with beards … [Read more...] about Yankees are making necessary culture changes to modernize the franchise, attract stars

Brad Penner-Imagn ImagesBrad Penner-Imagn Images New York Yankees starting pitching Marcus Stroman made his Spring Training debut on Friday, where he tossed one scoreless inning and allowed two hits while striking out one. Stroman has been one of the main talking points of the offseason given that he has no clear path to playing time with the signing of Max … [Read more...] about Yankees’ starter has ‘zero’ regrets burying demotion

Dave Nelson-Imagn ImagesDave Nelson-Imagn Images In the Yankees’ Spring Training opener, they hosted the Rays at George M. Steinbrenner Field, which will become the home of Tampa Bay this upcoming regular season. With Marcus Stroman getting the ball for the opener, the results for a Spring Training game aren’t all that important, but it’s still cool to get the … [Read more...] about Yankees: Good news and bad news from 4-0 spring opening win

Chase Hampton delivering a pitch (via Somerset Patriots) The New York Yankees likely weren’t viewing Chase Hampton as an option for the Opening Day rotation, but they were hoping for him to make the strides necessary to be big-league-ready at the end of the season.After feeling healthy and fresh this winter, Hampton had some UCL issues during camp, and the Yankees … [Read more...] about Yankees lose 2 promising pitching prospects to Tommy John surgery

Dave Nelson-Imagn ImagesDave Nelson-Imagn Images The Yankees rolled out a fresh lineup combination in their spring training opener on Friday, featuring Jasson Dominguez and Cody Bellinger as the first two hitters. While Aaron Judge has yet to make his spring debut, the team took the opportunity to test a new dynamic at the top of the order.Against the Tampa Bay Rays, … [Read more...] about Yankees’ new batting dynamic could pay off in dividends