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Giancarlo Stanton • DH • Yankees

Giancarlo Stanton Could Ramp Up his Running This Week

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said that outfielder/designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton (calf) was getting tests done on Monday to check on his healing process. Depending on the results of the tests, Stanton could ramp up his running program this week, per Gary Phillips of the New York Daily News. Boone added that the power-hitting DH has done some indoor running work already as he rehabs from a right-calf strain that landed him on the 10-day injured list. Once the 36-year-old veteran advances in his running program, he could be cleared to go on a minor-league rehab assignment. Until then, though, we won't have a clearer picture of when he might rejoin the major-league roster. With both Stanton and Jasson Dominguez (shoulder) on the IL, the Yankees finally called up left-handed power/speed prospect Spencer Jones. Stanton can still be an asset in fantasy baseball leagues for his power from the right side, but a lot of managers have run out of patience in having to deal with his durability issues. Stanton is currently rostered in only 34% of Yahoo leagues. He's hitting .256 (23-for-90) on the season with three homers, 14 RBI, eight runs, and a stolen base in 24 games.

14 hours ago

José Caballero • SS • Yankees

Jose Caballero Going for MRI Exam on Injured Finger

New York Yankees infielder Jose Caballero (finger) injured his right middle finger while diving back into first base in the ninth inning of Sunday's series finale against the Milwaukee Brewers, according to Greg Joyce of the New York Post. He is undergoing an MRI exam on Monday to figure out what he's dealing with, which is why he's not in the starting lineup for Monday's series opener versus the division-rival Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards. For what it's worth, Caballero doesn't think anything is broken. If the 29-year-old's injury requires a stint on the injured list, the Yankees will most likely recall Anthony Volpe from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre to take over everyday duties at the 6 in the Bronx. Max Schuemann will start at short and bat ninth on Monday against Orioles right-hander Brandon Young. Caballero is mostly useful for his speed (13 stolen bases) and positional versatility (he's eligible at short, second, third, and outfield in Yahoo leagues) in fantasy baseball. Going into Monday's slate, Caballero is hitting .259 (35-for-135) with four homers, 13 RBI, and 18 runs scored. Consider him day-to-day for now.

19 hours ago

Jazz Chisholm Jr. • 2B • Yankees

Jazz Chisholm Jr. Not Providing Fantasy Managers With Much Power

It's been a frustrating season so far for New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr., who enters Week 7 with a .207 average (30-for-145) with only four home runs, 14 RBI, 17 runs scored, 11 stolen bases, 16 walks, and 46 strikeouts in 163 plate appearances across 40 games played in his second full season in the Bronx. The 28-year-old two-time All-Star hit a career-high 31 home runs, drove in 80 runs, and stole 31 bases in his first full year with the Yanks in 2025, making him the clear top option at second base in fantasy going into the 2026 campaign. Chisholm is still providing useful speed on the basepaths, but his power numbers are down early on, and he has a bad combination of ranking in the 20th percentile in strikeout rate and the 26th percentile in hard-hit rate. In 10 games so far in May, Chisholm has gone 8-for-36 (.222) with a homer, double, four RBI, four runs, and two steals. He hasn't had a multi-hit game since April 26. It's still early, though, so there's a buy-low opportunity for his power/speed potential.

23 hours ago

Gerrit Cole • SP • Yankees

Gerrit Cole Looks Better in Latest Rehab Start, Goes Five Innings

New York Yankees right-hander Gerrit Cole (elbow) took a step forward in his fifth minor-league rehab start on Sunday with Double-A Somerset, allowing three runs (two earned) on four hits while walking one and striking out eight in five innings of work. Cole got up to 77 pitches in his latest outing and didn't give up a home run for the first time as he works his way back from Tommy John surgery that he had last March. It was an encouraging performance from the former Cy Young winner and six-time All-Star, although he will probably require another rehab start or two before the Yankees reinstate him from the 15-day injured list. But barring a setback with his right elbow, Cole should rejoin New York's starting rotation before the end of May. In his five rehab starts, he's posted a 5.32 ERA and 1.01 WHIP with 22 strikeouts and only two walks in 23 2/3 innings pitched. Home runs have been an issue, but his control has been a bright spot. Fantasy managers will want to temper expectations for Cole initially when he returns to the Bronx, but he should be scooped up if he's available on your league's waiver wire. He's rostered in 84% of Yahoo leagues.

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Aaron Judge • RF • Yankees

Aaron Judge Remains One of the Most Elite Players in Fantasy Baseball

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge has been tearing the cover off the baseball in 2026, leading the league in home runs with 16 and sixth in RBI with 30. His Baseball Savant Page is covered in red with most of his underlying hitting metrics ranking in the 93rd percentile or better. Judge is delivering for fantasy managers on his consensus top 3 pick in most fantasy drafts earlier this spring, and is on pace for delivering north of 50 home runs, 100 RBI, and 100 runs scored once again. The one area where he has been struggling a bit compared to years prior is his strikeout rate, which is up to 29.3 percent this year, up from 23.6 percent in 2025 and 24.3 percent in 2024. That said, he still makes up for it with a 17.7 percent walk rate, which is in the 96th percentile in all of MLB. At 34-years-old, Judge remains the best outfielder in the game and is showing no signs of slowing down.

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Cody Bellinger • LF • Yankees

Cody Bellinger Putting Together One of the Most Impressive Seasons of His Career

New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger is slashing .292/.393/.507 with five stolen bases, 28 RBI, five home runs, three triples, 10 doubles, and 25 runs scored through 173 plate appearances. His plate discipline also remains strong, as evidenced by his 13 percent strikeout rate, 14.2 percent walk rate, and 18.1 percent whiff rate. To go along with his surface line numbers, he also has a .299 xBA and .385 xwOBA, suggesting that what he is doing at the plate is not just luck. At 30 years old, batting in the center of this potent Yankees lineup, Bellinger is positioned to have one of the best seasons of his career, even dating back to his 2019 MVP season, where he hit .305 with a 1.035 OPS. The home run numbers may not be pacing compared to that MVP season, but most of his other numbers are. Bellinger remains a must-start in all fantasy formats moving forward, and looks like a steal based on his ADP during draft season.

Yesterday

Carlos Rodón • SP • Yankees

Carlos Rodon Activated for Season Debut on Sunday

The New York Yankees announced on Sunday that they activated left-hander Carlos Rodon (elbow) from the 15-day injured list and optioned right-hander Kervin Castro to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre in a corresponding move. Rodon will make his 2026 season debut for the Yanks in Sunday's series finale in Milwaukee against the Brewers. The 33-year-old veteran southpaw got a late start to the year after recovering from left-elbow surgery that he had last October to remove a loose body from his arm. Now that he's back, though, Rodon should be rostered in the majority of fantasy leagues. He's currently rostered in 87% of Yahoo leagues. In three minor-league rehab starts with Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, Double-A Somerset, and High-A Hudson Valley, Rodon allowed seven runs (six earned) on 13 hits (three homers) while walking three and striking out 16 in 16 innings. He shouldn't have any restrictions on Sunday after throwing 83 pitches in his final rehab start, and he'll be facing a Brewers team that ranks 23rd in the league with a .689 team OPS.

2 days ago

Spencer Jones • CF • Yankees

Spencer Jones Emerging as Top Power Option on Waiver Wire?

New York Yankees outfielder Spencer Jones made his long-awaited MLB debut on Friday night, and if you are looking for some power potential on the waiver wire, he has a lot of upside to offer. Jones went 0-for-2 with a walk and two strikeouts in his debut, but facing flame-throwing Jacob Misiorowski is a tough ask for any rookie. The 24-year-old lefty still has plenty of upside to consider moving forward, though, after he crushed 11 homers in his 33 games in Triple-A this season and hit 35 homers in 116 games in the minors last year. Jones has had an extremely high strikeout rate throughout his career and has been a "two-outcome" option throughout his climb through the minors. If he gets regular playing time, he will likely be able to produce power in the majors as well, although he will also likely hurt your batting average or other categories that reward contact over pure power. With Jasson Dominguez (shoulder) and Giancarlo Stanton (calf) both on the shelf, Jones should see near everyday at-bats in the short term.

3 days ago

Ben Rice • 1B • Yankees

Ben Rice Returns From Hand Injury for Series Opener Against Milwaukee

New York Yankees first baseman Ben Rice (hand) is back in the team's starting lineup for Friday's series opener in Milwaukee against the Brewers and right-hander Jacob Misiorowski, hitting second in the batting order, according to MLB.com. A left-hand contusion suffered last weekend kept Rice out for the last four games, but he's good to go and will be back in action for a primetime matchup against the hard-throwing Misiorowski. With Rice back in the lineup, veteran Paul Goldschmidt will return to the bench against a right-handed pitcher. Fantasy managers will want to get Rice back into their lineups immediately in all traditional formats despite the tough matchup. After a breakout 2025 campaign, the 27-year-old former 12th-rounder in 2021 out of Dartmouth College is slashing an impressive .343/.455/.759 with a 1.214 OPS, 12 homers, 27 RBI, 30 runs scored, and two steals in his first 108 at-bats in 2026.

3 days ago

Spencer Jones • CF • Yankees

Is Spencer Jones a Must-Stash Candidate Ahead of His MLB Debut?

New York Yankees outfield prospect Spencer Jones is set to join the MLB roster ahead of Friday's contest against the Milwaukee Brewers. With Giancarlo Stanton on the injured list and Jasson Dominguez slated to join him on the shelf with a shoulder injury, the team's top outfield prospect is set to make his MLB debut. Throughout his time in the minor leagues, the slugger has showcased high-end power but has often struggled to make consistent contact. This season, across 33 games at Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, Jones has launched 11 home runs while holding a .258/.366/.592 line. However, he has struck out a hefty 46 times. Last summer, Jones went deep 35 times while swinging 29 bags over a 116-game stint. While his strikeout tendencies do hinder his upside in points leagues, Jones is a priority stash option in standard leagues given his five-category skill set. He could carve out a starting role in the short term, given the numerous injuries in the Yankees' starting nine.

4 days ago

Spencer Jones • CF • Yankees

Spencer Jones Getting the Call to the Big Leagues, Worth an Add for Power Upside

The New York Yankees are promoting outfield prospect Spencer Jones from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre to the major-league roster, sources told MLB reporter Francys Romero. According to MLB Pipeline, Jones is the team's No. 6 prospect, and he'll be making his long-awaited major-league debut at the age of 24 (turns 25 next week). The former 25th overall pick in 2022 out of Vanderbilt is a tall drink of water at 6-foot-7, 240 pounds, and he offers elite power upside with 83 career home runs in his five minor-league seasons. Last year with Triple-A and Double-A Somerset, Jones combined for 35 homers, 80 RBI, and 29 stolen bases. Not only does he have game-changing power from the left side, but he can also run, which is rare for a player of his stature. He'll be taking the spot of Jasson Dominguez (shoulder), who landed on the injured list on Thursday. Giancarlo Stanton (calf) is also on the shelf, so Jones figures to see regular playing time in the Bronx, at least against right-handers. Jones has hit .258/.366/.592 with 11 homers, 41 RBI, and seven steals in 142 plate appearances at Triple-A in 2026. Fantasy managers in need of power and speed should run to the waiver wire and pick up Jones, who is only rostered in 10% of Yahoo leagues at this time.

4 days ago

Jasson Domínguez • LF • Yankees

Jasson Dominguez to Go on Injured List With Shoulder Sprain

New York Yankees outfielder Jasson Dominguez (shoulder) made an excellent play early in Thursday's victory against the visiting Texas Rangers in the Bronx when he crashed into the outfield wall, but it was a costly one. Manager Aaron Boone said Dominguez tested negative for a concussion after being removed from the game, but he does have a low-grade AC sprain in his shoulder and will land on the 10-day injured list, according to The Athletic's Chris Kirschner. It could be worse, but the man they call the Martian will miss at least a few weeks. With outfielder/designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton (calf) also still on the IL, the Yankees could call up outfield prospect Spencer Jones from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, making him a stash candidate in redraft leagues for his power upside from the left side of the plate. By the time Dominguez is ready to return from the IL, Stanton could be back with the Yankees, which would make it tougher for him to find regular playing time in the Bronx. The 23-year-old Dominican has only played in eight games for the Yanks so far this year and has gone 6-for-30 (.200) at the plate with a homer and four RBI. Dominguez is rostered in just 20% of Yahoo leagues and is not a must-hold in mixed formats now that he's injured.

4 days ago

Jasson Domínguez • LF • Yankees

Jasson Dominguez Exits Early on Thursday After Colliding with Outfield Wall

New York Yankees outfielder Jasson Dominguez (shoulder, head) was removed in the first inning of his team's game on Thursday against the Texas Rangers after colliding with the left field wall. Per MLB.com's Bryan Hoch, Dominguez has been placed in concussion protocol and will also undergo an MRI on his left shoulder. The 23-year-old began the year in Triple-A but earned a promotion to the big leagues after Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton (calf) was placed on the 10-day injured list on April 25. Across 32 plate appearances with New York, Dominguez hit .200/.250/.367 with one home run, four RBI, and three runs scored. The former top prospect offers the potential for five-category fantasy contribution, but he's struggled to log an extended run of everyday MLB playing time due to injuries and defensive concerns. Should Dominguez require a trip to the injured list, Yankees outfield prospect Spencer Jones could be the next man up in New York.

4 days ago

Spencer Jones • CF • Yankees

Spencer Jones Emerging as a Potential Stash Option Following Major-League Injury

New York Yankees outfield prospect Spencer Jones turns 25 years old in mid-May, but he's still awaiting an opportunity to make his MLB debut. That opportunity may soon present itself, as Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton (calf) is currently on the injured list, and Yankees outfielder Jasson Dominguez (shoulder, head) may soon be joining him after colliding with the left field wall on Thursday. Per MLB.com's Bryan Hoch, Dominguez has been placed in concussion protocol and will also undergo an MRI on his left shoulder. Jones hit 35 home runs across 506 minor league plate appearances in 2025 and is off to another strong start at Triple-A in 2026, hitting .258/.366/.592 with 11 home runs, 41 RBI, 25 runs scored, and seven stolen bases. Batting average is a major concern for Jones, as he owns a 32.4% strikeout rate this season and struck out in 36.6% of his Triple-A plate appearances in 2025. Still, he offers significant power and speed upside if he gets a shot with the Yankees. Fantasy managers should monitor for updates on both Dominguez and Jones in the coming days.

4 days ago

Ryan Weathers • SP • Yankees

Ryan Weathers Scratched on Thursday Due to Illness

New York Yankees left-hander Ryan Weathers (illness) has been scratched from his scheduled start in Thursday's series finale against the Texas Rangers at Yankee Stadium due to an illness, according to Bryan Hoch of MLB.com. The team will look to slot Weather back into the starting rotation on Monday in Baltimore against the division-rival Orioles. Veteran right-hander Paul Blackburn will make the spot start for the Yankees in Thursday's series finale against Texas. The 26-year-old Weathers will be a bit riskier as a fantasy starter in his next outing to kick off next week against an Orioles team that ranks 13th in MLB with a .710 OPS. Weathers, a former first-round pick by the San Diego Padres in 2018, has been sharp so far in 2026 in his first year with the Yankees. He's gone 2-2 with a 3.03 ERA (3.60 FIP) and 1.19 WHIP with 45 strikeouts and 10 walks in 38 2/3 innings of work across his seven starts. Weathers has allowed more than three earned runs in just one of his outings.

5 days ago

José Caballero • SS • Yankees

Jose Caballero Sitting With an Elbow Injury

New York Yankees infielder Jose Caballero (elbow) will take a seat for Thursday's series finale against the visiting Texas Rangers in the Bronx, per MLB.com. Caballero will be given the day off after he was hit by a pitch on his left elbow in Wednesday's game. Max Schuemann is starting at shortstop and will bat eighth for the Yankees against Rangers left-hander MacKenzie Gore. Caballero stayed in Wednesday's game, so he should be ready to return for Friday's series opener on the road against the Milwaukee Brewers. The speedy infielder is still the team's starting shortstop after Anthony Volpe was reinstated from the injured list and optioned to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. The 29-year-old native of Panama is a fine fantasy baseball asset in most leagues for his speed. He's slashing .256/.311/.400 with four home runs, 13 RBI, 13 stolen bases, and 17 runs scored for the Yankees in his first 125 at-bats of the year. Schuemann can be ignored for DFS purposes at the bottom of the lineup. He's hitless in four career at-bats versus Gore.

5 days ago

Ben Rice • 1B • Yankees

Ben Rice Still Absent for Series Finale Against Rangers

New York Yankees first baseman Ben Rice (hand) remains absent from the starting nine for Thursday's series finale against the visiting Texas Rangers, according to MLB.com. Paul Goldschmidt will make yet another start at first base and will bat leadoff for the Yanks with Rangers left-hander MacKenzie Gore on the mound. Rice is recovering from a left-hand contusion that has kept him out for a few games, and the Yankees are likely just giving him an extra day to recover with a tough left-handed pitcher on the mound. We'd expect Rice to return for the upcoming series in Milwaukee against the Brewers, potentially as early as Friday's series opener. Whenever the 27-year-old returns to New York's lineup, he'll be a must-start after his scorching start to the 2026 season. Rice is hitting .343 (37-for-108) with 12 home runs, 27 RBI, 30 runs, and two stolen bases in his first 33 games played. Goldschmidt will be a popular DFS pick on Thursday in the leadoff spot against a lefty whom he's hit .333 against with an .864 OPS against in 10 career at-bats.

5 days ago

Ben Rice • 1B • Yankees

Ben Rice Remains Out on Wednesday With Hand Injury

New York Yankees first baseman Ben Rice (hand) remains sidelined due to a hand injury for Wednesday's contest against the visiting Texas Rangers in the Bronx, according to MLB.com. Paul Goldschmidt will make another start at first base and will bat sixth against Rangers right-hander Nathan Eovaldi. Rice will be missing a third straight game due to a left-hand contusion that he suffered in Sunday's victory over the Baltimore Orioles. His injury isn't considered very serious, so he could be back as soon as Thursday's series finale against Texas. Fantasy managers are just hoping that Rice's minor hand injury won't affect his production at the plate when he returns. The 27-year-old former 12th-rounder in 2021 out of Dartmouth College has been a must-start since breaking out last year. He's currently slashing .343/.455/.759 with a 1.214 OPS, 12 long balls, 27 RBI, 30 runs scored, and two stolen bases in 108 at-bats. Goldy has plenty of experience against Eovaldi in his career, batting .238 against him with a .559 OPS and one RBI in 21 at-bats.

5 days ago

Carlos Rodón • SP • Yankees

Carlos Rodon on Track for Season Debut on Sunday?

New York Yankees left-hander Carlos Rodon (elbow) is approaching the final checkpoint in his recovery from left-elbow surgery last October after he made another minor-league rehab start on Tuesday for Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, according to Bryan Hoch of MLB.com. It wasn't his best outing on Tuesday, as he allowed six runs (five earned) on seven hits (two homers) while walking two and striking out four in 6 1/3 innings, but he came out of it healthy after throwing 49 of his 83 pitches for strikes. Manager Aaron Boone said on Tuesday that Rodon's next outing could be in the majors for his 2026 season debut, and it could come in the series finale on Sunday in Milwaukee against the Brewers. In his three rehab starts, Rodon has allowed seven runs (six earned) over 16 innings for a 3.38 ERA. The Yankees sent No. 3 prospect Elmer Rodriguez back to Triple-A after his second big-league start against the Texas Rangers on Tuesday night, paving the way for Rodon to rejoin New York's rotation this weekend. Rodon is currently rostered in 87% of Yahoo leagues and must be picked up immediately if he's available on your league's waiver wire.

6 days ago

Gerrit Cole • SP • Yankees

Gerrit Cole to Make his Fourth Rehab Start on Tuesday

New York Yankees right-hander Gerrit Cole (elbow) is scheduled to make his fourth minor-league rehab start on Tuesday, May 5, for High-A Hudson Valley, according to MLB.com. Cole made his third rehab start on April 29, going 5 2/3 innings while throwing 60 pitches and sitting at 93-96 mph with his fastball. Overall in his three rehab starts, the 35-year-old former American League Cy Young winner has a bloated 5.02 ERA and 0.84 WHIP with 10 strikeouts and only one walk in 14 1/3 innings pitched. Cole has been hurt by the long ball (four homers allowed) while on the farm, but otherwise, he's looked good and has slowly built up his pitch count as he looks to return to the Yankees' starting rotation. He's recovering from Tommy John surgery that kept him out for the entire 2025 campaign. There's a chance that Cole's rehab outing on Tuesday could be his last before he's reinstated from the 15-day injured list. The former first overall pick will be eased back into New York's rotation after his long layoff, but he's worth stashing in all fantasy leagues to see if he can return to ace form for the second half of the season. Right now, he's only rostered in 84% of Yahoo leagues.

7 days ago

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