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sports1 year ago

Yankees Eyeing Top Talent for First Base Upgrade in 2025

The New York Yankees are exploring options for a new first baseman after declining Anthony Rizzo's $17 million club option for 2025. With Rizzo entering free agency, the Yankees are considering internal options like Oswaldo Cabrera and Ben Rice, but may look to free agency for more established players. Top targets include Christian Walker and Pete Alonso, both of whom have received qualifying offers. Other potential short-term solutions include veterans like Carlos Santana and Paul Goldschmidt. The Yankees' decision comes amid other key players, like Juan Soto and Gleyber Torres, also entering free agency.

sports1 year ago

"Yankees' Anthony Rizzo Scratched Due to Late Injury Concern"

New York Yankees' Anthony Rizzo was a late scratch from Friday’s lineup due to a tight lat, raising injury concerns for the team as DJ LeMahieu is also racing to be ready for Opening Day after sustaining a significant bone bruise on his right foot. The severity of Rizzo’s lat issue is unclear, and the team is lacking depth at first base, with Luis Torrens starting in Rizzo's place and potential options including LeMahieu and Oswaldo Cabrera.

fantasy-baseball-draft-prep1 year ago

"2024 Fantasy Baseball Draft: Sleepers, Rookies, and Breakout Prospects to Watch"

Fantasy baseball expert Scott White shares his updated list of sleepers for the 2024 draft, including newcomers like Luis Campusano, Anthony Rizzo, and Brandon Lowe, as well as holdovers like Cole Ragans and Chris Sale. He also highlights four stud rookies with a decent chance of making the opening day roster and discusses the impact of the latest CBA on prospect promotions.

sports2 years ago

Yankees' Anthony Rizzo Placed on IL with Lingering Concussion

New York Yankees first baseman Anthony Rizzo has been placed on the injured list with a "likely concussion" that has been traced back to a collision with Fernando Tatis Jr. in May. Rizzo had been playing through the injury for 10 weeks, which is seen as inexcusable. The Yankees, who are struggling and in last place in the AL East, did not make any significant moves at the trade deadline. Rizzo's absence will be filled by Jake Bauers and DJ LeMahieu, while utility man Oswaldo Cabrera has been called up to the roster.

sports2 years ago

"Yankees' Rizzo Breaks Slump with Help from Taylor Swift, Sweeps Royals"

New York Yankees' Anthony Rizzo breaks his worst career slump by hitting a home run after over three months without one. His teammates give him the silent treatment in the dugout before celebrating with him by pouring seeds and gum on him. Rizzo's offensive performance is crucial for the Yankees' postseason aspirations, as they need players like him to get back on track.

sports2 years ago

Yankees' Rizzo Struggles Continue: A 1-4 Slump Since Break

The New York Yankees have stumbled to a 1-4 record since the All-Star break, losing three in a row and five out of their last six games. The team's offense has struggled since Aaron Judge's injury, producing the third-lowest OPS and third-fewest runs per game in the majors. Despite the slump, Yankees manager Aaron Boone remains optimistic and believes the team has the players to turn things around. The Yankees are currently in last place in the AL East but are still in contention for a wild-card spot.

sports2 years ago

Gerrit Cole dominates Mariners with finger-wagging pitch in Yankees win.

Gerrit Cole led the New York Yankees to a 3-1 win over the Seattle Mariners, stopping a four-game losing streak. Cole allowed one run and four hits in 7 1/3 innings with eight strikeouts and a walk. Anthony Rizzo broke out of a slump with an RBI double, and Billy McKinney hit a two-run homer. The lasting memory of the game was Cole wagging his finger at Mariners manager Scott Servais and throwing a pitch high up on the backstop to José Caballero, who repeatedly stepped out of the batter's box.

sports2 years ago

Gerrit Cole's Pitching Propels Yankees to Victory Against Mariners

Gerrit Cole led the New York Yankees to a 3-1 victory over the Seattle Mariners, snapping their four-game losing streak. Cole allowed only one run and four hits while striking out eight batters. Billy McKinney hit a two-run homer and Anthony Rizzo added a run-scoring double to provide the offense for the Yankees. The win was just their fifth in 13 games since Aaron Judge's injury.

sports2 years ago

Yankees get much-needed win against White Sox.

The New York Yankees are struggling with injuries and poor performances from key players, including Aaron Judge, Luis Severino, DJ LeMahieu, and Anthony Rizzo. Judge's uncertain recovery schedule has put a damper on the clubhouse, while Severino's fastball has lost its crispness and LeMahieu and Rizzo are both struggling at the plate. The Yankees split a doubleheader against the White Sox, with rookie Randy Vasquez and Triple A call-up Billy McKinney providing some unlikely heroics. The Yankees need their battle-tested veterans to step up if they hope to stay competitive without Judge until the All-Star break.

sports2 years ago

Injury Woes Continue for Yankees' Rizzo and Bader.

New York Yankees first baseman Anthony Rizzo was held out of the lineup due to a stiff neck for their series opener against the Seattle Mariners on Monday night. Rizzo left Sunday's win over San Diego after he collided with Fernando Tatis Jr. on a pickoff play that ended the sixth inning. Yankees manager Aaron Boone said Rizzo "should be fine," but the team was being cautious.