What is the New York Yankees record in 2026?

The New York Yankees are 24-11, 1st in the AL East.

Who is pitching for the Yankees today?

Elmer Rodríguez (0-1, 4.50 ERA) vs Jacob deGrom (2-1, 2.01 ERA). First pitch at 07:05 PM EDT.

What channel is the Yankees game on today?

Today's game airs on YES, Rangers Sports Network. First pitch at 07:05 PM EDT.

New York Yankees News & Updates

May 05, 2026

The New York Yankees were 24-11, 1st in the AL East. Yesterday, the New York Yankees pummeled the Baltimore Orioles 12-1 at Yankee Stadium.

Yankees Daily Vibe Check

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It all adds up right now. Last night's win by 11 is doing a lot of the heavy lifting. Factor in 6-1 lately. Steady, productive baseball.

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Yankees Game on May 05

Opponent:	Texas Rangers (16-18)
Location:	Yankee Stadium
First Pitch:	07:05 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Elmer Rodríguez (0-1, 4.50 ERA) vs Jacob deGrom (2-1, 2.01 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	YES, Rangers Sports Network
Forecast:	☀️ Clear sky, 63°F, Wind 4 mph

Yankees Score & Recap

Yesterday, the New York Yankees pummeled the Baltimore Orioles 12-1 at Yankee Stadium.

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	R	H	E
	0	0	0	0	0	1	0	0	0	1	10	1
	2	0	1	0	0	3	0	6		12	10	0

Highlights

Aaron Judge went 2-4 with 1 HR and 4 RBI.
Cody Bellinger went 1-4 with 3 RBI.

Yankees Record & Standings

AL East

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Yankees	24	11	.686		W4
Rays	22	12	.647	1.5	W4
Blue Jays	16	19	.457	8.0	L2
Orioles	15	20	.429	9.0	L5
Red Sox	14	21	.400	10.0	W1

New York Yankees are 6-1 in their last 7 games, with a +29 run differential.

Yankees Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
22 Ben Rice	12	.343	1.214	27
99 Aaron Judge	14	.272	1.057	27
35 Cody Bellinger	5	.274	.859	23

Pitching Leaders

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP
31 Cam Schlittler	5-1	1.52	0.87	47.1
29 Will Warren	4-0	2.39	1.06	37.2
40 Ryan Weathers	2-2	3.03	1.19	38.2

Hot Hitters

Player	Streak
99 Aaron Judge	4 hits, 2 HR, 6 RBI, .364 AVG in last 3 games
22 Ben Rice	5 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games
35 Cody Bellinger	6 hits, 2 HR, 7 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games
19 Ryan McMahon	5 hits, 2 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

Pitcher	Streak
54 Max Fried	8.0 IP, 9 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start
29 Will Warren	6.1 IP, 9 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start
40 Ryan Weathers	7.1 IP, 8 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start

Yankees News

The Yankees showcased their offensive might with an emphatic 11-3 victory over the Orioles, fueling the team's hot streak to 5-2 over the last week, despite the absence of Anthony Volpe, who was optioned to Triple-A after returning from shoulder surgery. In a heart-wrenching day marked by the loss of legendary broadcaster John Sterling, the Yankees channeled their emotions into a powerful performance, giving fans a fitting tribute. Cam Schlittler emerged as a force on the mound, setting a career-high in velocity, which could spell trouble for opposing hitters. As the Yankees continue to ride this wave of momentum, they will look to maintain their positioning at the top of the division while honoring the legacy of Sterling, whose voice echoed through Yankee Stadium for decades.

Sources

Mlbtraderumors

Yankees Option Anthony Volpe To Triple-A

The Yankees have activated Anthony Volpe from the 10-day injured list and optioned the shortstop to Triple-A, as per a team announcement. Joel Sherman of the New York Post broke the news shortly before the Yankees’ official release. After undergoing shoulder surgery last October, Volpe began this season on the 10-day IL to allow more […]

MLB.com

'THEEEE YANKEES WIN!' Sweep-capping rout a perfect homage to Sterling

NEW YORK – When you call more than 5,000 consecutive games, as John Sterling did, a trusted formula tends to emerge. The legendary broadcaster once said he favored power-hitting lineups, understanding that teams that made things happen gave him room to entertain and “do my act.” The Yankees delivered that

MLB.com

Schlittler tops career high in velo -- six times! -- in another solid start

NEW YORK – Bad news for big league hitters: Cam Schlittler found some extra heat. The Yankees’ right-hander made a mechanical adjustment between starts that unlocked a slight velocity boost, resulting in the hardest pitches of his big league career to date.

Pinstripe Alley

New York Yankees vs. Baltimore Orioles: Cam Schlittler vs. Shane Baz

It’s been an emotional day for the Yankees and their fans, with the loss of legendary radio announcer John Sterling. Expect plenty of heartfelt tributes for the longtime voice of the club during the game today, as the Yanks send a starting lineup out with only one player who was born before Sterling took over […]

Pinstripe Alley

Ask Pinstripe Alley: Yankees mailbag questions request

What had been a fantastic week for the Yankees became somber this Monday, as the news of John Sterling’s passing broke this morning. The radio broadcaster was the voice of the team for decades, retiring during the 2024 season but sticking around for their postseason run to the World Series. His iconic custom calls for […]

Yanksgoyard

Yankees fans happy as Don Mattingly dominates amid Phillies chaos

New York Yankees fans are happy to see a franchise legend, Don Mattingly, finding early success as the interim manager of the Philadelphia Phillies.

Yankees Upcoming Schedule

The New York Yankees visit the Milwaukee Brewers for a 3-game series starting Friday.

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