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March 17, 2026

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As Spring Training winds down, the Yankees are juggling a mix of optimism and uncertainty. Cam Schlittler's setback means he'll be limited to about 70 pitches on Opening Day, raising questions about the team's rotation depth. Meanwhile, Luis Gil's recent implosion has left Aaron Boone scrambling for answers, as he struggles to find a clear role for the troubled pitcher. On a brighter note, Aaron Judge's comments on the World Baseball Classic sparked a media frenzy, showcasing just how high the stakes are for Yankees fans craving a championship run. With exciting prospects showcasing their skills this spring, the question remains: can the Yankees harness their youthful energy while navigating the pitfalls of injuries and inconsistent performances?

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5 observations as Yankees Spring Training draws near a close

5 observations as Yankees Spring Training draws near a close

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The prospects with the most interesting Statcast data this spring

The prospects with the most interesting Statcast data this spring

You're about to see the most exciting prospects in baseball take the field during Spring Breakout this week -- but a lot of those prospects have already been putting on a showcase this spring. And with Statcast tracking now available for all 30 teams' Spring Training ballparks, it's easier than

Yankees news: Cam Schlittler won’t be fully built up to start season

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Yankees news: Cam Schlittler won’t be fully built up to start season

MLB.com | Bryan Hoch: As spring training nears an end, these are some interesting observations or storylines to follow. Due to a minor setback, Cam Schlittler’s buildup time was pushed back a little, so while he’ll probably only be able to throw 70 or so pitches come Opening Day, the Yankees can leverage a piggyback […]

Venezuela wins in comeback over Italy, will play in its first World Baseball Classic Championship Game

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Venezuela wins in comeback over Italy, will play in its first World Baseball Classic Championship Game

It was a battle of the relative underdogs in this semifinal, Venezuela appearing in this round for the first time in 17 years after eliminating tournament favorites and defending champions Japan in the quarters, while Italy made its first ever appearance this late in the tournament. Italy rode their patient, disciplined approach this far in […]

Aaron Boone gives surprisingly tepid Luis Gil endorsement after latest Yankees implosion

Aaron Boone gives surprisingly tepid Luis Gil endorsement after latest Yankees implosion

Luis Gil of the Yankees is in the five-man rotation, but Aaron Boone has no idea when he'll pitch.

Aaron Judge's comments on WBC vs World Series are garnering ridiculous media response

Aaron Judge's comments on WBC vs World Series are garnering ridiculous media response

New York Yankees superstar Aaron Judge continues to send the media into a negative frenzy, even when he's saying nothing but positive things.