Ranking Pitching Rotations for MLB’s 14 Postseason Contenders Yes, the Dodgers are No. 1. But the gap between them and the rest of the contenders isn’t as large as you might think. Sports Illustrated · Sep 25
Ronald Acuña Jr. Is Back in MVP Form Atlanta’s star outfielder has rounded into form at the plate. Plus, Gerrit Cole is back in consideration for a playoff rotation spot with the Yankees. Sports Illustrated · Sep 23
Seven MLB Players and Managers Facing Pressure Down the Stretch These guys have a lot at stake as the regular season races toward its conclusion. Sports Illustrated · Sep 19
Gerrit Cole’s ABS Excuse Falls Flat The Yankees hurler has had trouble inducing whiffs lately and thinks MLB’s challenge system is to blame. There’s little statistical evidence to back his claim. Sports Illustrated · Sep 14
Ranking MLB’s Five Best Potential Postseason Pitching Rotations The ability to pitch deep into games is often a difference maker in October. Sports Illustrated · Aug 28
How Did Tommy John Die? Real Cause of Death Revealed as Tributes Pour In for the Former MLB Pitcher Former MLB pitcher Tommy John, namesake of the elbow surgery that reshaped modern sport, has died at 83 at his home in Florida, the New York Yankees have confirmed. International Business Times UK · Aug 17
Tommy John Cause of Death Update: Yankees Pitcher Dies at 83, Days After Emotional Farewell Letter to Fans Tommy John, former MLB pitcher and namesake of the groundbreaking surgery, has died at 83. His farewell letter reflects on his career and the medical breakthrough that saved countless athletes. International Business Times UK · Aug 16
'Worst Second Basemen in the Majors': Yankees Allegedly Risk Infield Upheaval With Luis Garcia Trade The New York Yankees acquired Luis Garcia Jr from the Nationals to boost their lineup, but his arrival risks defensive chaos given his past as one of the worst second basemen in the major leagues. International Business Times UK · Aug 3
Yankees Have More Problems Than Aaron Judge's Return Can Solve Judge's return, whenever it arrives, will help. But the Yankees are simply playing too poorly in every phase of the game right now Sports Illustrated · Jul 7
SI:AM | The Casual Fan’s Guide to the World Cup You might not be a huge soccer fan, but that shouldn’t stop you from following the World Cup. Sports Illustrated · Jun 10
Cam Schlittler Leads AL Cy Young Race but Legitimate Contenders Lurk The Yankees ace is the current favorite to take home the hardware, but some talented pitchers are ensuring he won’t run away with it. Sports Illustrated · Jun 10
Gerrit Cole Has Reinvented Himself Yet Again Since returning from Tommy John surgery, the Yankees ace has showcased a new delivery, a new changeup and a new fastball. Sports Illustrated · Jun 9
Aaron Judge's Rib Injury Will Sideline Him Until the All-Star Game, and Perhaps Longer The Yankees star and three-time MVP hasn’t played since Sunday, and won't return for a while. Sports Illustrated · Jun 4
Analyzing the Six Best Trade Destinations for Tarik Skubal The Tigers choosing to trade their ace rather than lose him in free agency seems increasingly likely. Sports Illustrated · Jun 4
Sports Illustrated · May 22 Grading Gerrit Cole’s Return to Mound for Yankees Cole tossed six scoreless innings in his 2026 debut, but the Rays clawed back to win the game 4-2. That said, here's how Cole ultimately fared.
Sports Illustrated · May 22 Inside Gerrit Cole's Grueling, Untold Journey Back From Tommy John Surgery The Yankees' ace is returning to the mound Friday after missing all of last season with an elbow injury that left him at his lowest point.
Sports Illustrated · May 13 The Yankees Are Uniquely Prepared to Navigate a Max Fried Injury New York would surely miss MLB's innings leader if he's out for an extended period, but the Yankees have been here before.
Sports Illustrated · May 13 Paul Skenes Made Impressive Pirates History in 10-Strikeout Performance Paul Skenes made some jaw-dropping Pirates history on Tuesday night.
Sports Illustrated · May 12 Urgency or Depth? Analyzing the Yankees' Recent Roster Decisions Have the Yankees' recent roster moves, such as demoting Luis Gil and Anthony Volpe, signaled more urgency from the club or are they a sign of increased depth?
Sports Illustrated · Apr 27 Why Yankees Can Get Away With Sending a Former Rookie of the Year to the Minors Luis Gil has been optioned to Triple A, yet the Yankees' cupboard remains full.
Sports Illustrated · Apr 22 Minor-League Baseball Games Should Be Having a Major Moment The minor league system was dealt a crushing blow by the pandemic, but fans are finding out there are many reasons to go to your nearest MiLB stadium.
Sports Illustrated · Apr 10 Cam Schlittler’s Breakout Fuels Yankees’ Pitching Dominance Even with Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodón on the injured list, New York's rotation is pacing MLB through the season's first few weeks.
Sports Illustrated · Mar 25 Yankees vs. Giants: Live Updates From MLB Opening Night Aaron Judge is back near his hometown in the Bay Area as a historic interleague matchup marks the beginning of the 2026 season.
Sports Illustrated · Mar 25 Gerrit Cole Injury: When Yankees Ace Could Return From Tommy John Surgery The New York Yankees placed Gerrit Cole on the 15-day injured list to open the season. Here’s a look at his timeline to return.
Sports Illustrated · Mar 24 Ranking Pitching Rotations for All 30 Teams to Start the 2026 MLB Season Who has the best and worst starting staffs ahead of Opening Day when taking injuries into account?