The New York Yankees appear to be serious about making a legitimate offer for Baltimore Orioles shortstop Manny Machado — the hottest name in the MLB rumor mill. George A. King III of the New York Post reported Sunday that the Yankees have included some of their top prospects in trade talks involving Machado. “One day after a person with knowledge of the Manny Machado situation told The Post the Yankees aren’t interested in dealing any of their high-end prospects, another voice chimed in Sunday, saying the Yankees have offered players from their top-10 prospect list,” King wrote Sunday. It was reported earlier this month ... NESN.com
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Red Sox Notes: David Price’s Struggles Continue Against Yankees In Sunday’s Loss
The New York Yankees never have been kind to David Price. Going into Sunday night’s matchup, the Boston Red Sox starter made four career appearances against the American League East rival, posting an 0-4 record while giving up five home runs. His luck certainly didn’t change as the lefty was tagged for eight runs (all earned) while giving up a career-high five home runs in the Red Sox’s 11-1 loss to the Yankees. His ERA against New York spiked to 10.44 and he has given up a whopping 10 home runs over 25 innings pitched since he’s been with Boston. Price’s eight earned runs tied his career high and is something he’s done four
Yankees’ Aaron Boone Fires Shots At Red Sox After Bench-Clearing Brawl
The rivalry between the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees ramped up a notch Wednesday night, when the benches cleared twice, including a brawl featuring Red Sox reliever Joe Kelly and Yankees designated hitter Tyler Austin. Austin was at the center of an incident in the second inning when he slid into second base with his cleats up and hit Red Sox shortstop Brock Holt, inciting a minor fracas. After Austin took a Kelly fastball to the ribs in the seventh inning, he slammed his bat to the ground and charged the mound, as the two players exchanged a number of punches in the skirmish. After the game, Yankees manager Aaron Boone had
MLB Rumors: Yankees Still Eyeing Manny Machado, Recently Contacted Orioles
The New York Yankees already made the offseason’s biggest splash, and they’re reportedly considering another move that might blow the competition out of the water. Fanrag Sports’ Jon Heyman reported Friday, citing sources, that the Yankees again contacted the Baltimore Orioles about third baseman Manny Machado. Heyman did indicate a deal — at least at this time — “seems less than great,” but he also pointed out the Yankees might have the best chance to land the superstar third baseman from the O’s. As Heyman points out, the Yankees have been able to shed some burdensome payroll in the last year or so — despite acquiring Gianca... NESN.com
MLB Rumors: Yu Darvish On Yankees’ Radar As New York Among Interested Teams
The New York Yankees want to add another starting pitcher, even after re-signing CC Sabathia to a one-year deal. The Bronx Bombers appear intent on leaving no stone left unturned in that pursuit, as the Yankees apparently are one of a few teams with interest in free agent right-hander Yu Darvish, according to The Athletic. According to The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal, the Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers are both interested in Darvish, despite the two teams’ desire to stay under the luxury tax. Also among Darvish’s reported suitors are the Chicago Cubs and Houston Astros. The issue for the Yankees, however, is they likely would need to shed payroll ... NESN.com
Yankees’ Deal For Giancarlo Stanton Sends Twitter Into Absolute Uproar
It’s been a while since the New York Yankees were the No. 1 story in Major League Baseball. Well, those days are a distant memory now. The Miami Marlins reportedly agreed to trade outfielder Giancarlo Stanton on Saturday. If completed, the deal would leave the Bronx Bombers with one of the most powerful lineups in recent baseball history. Shortly after news broke, fans from around the baseball world took to Twitter to express elation, sadness, shock and everything in between. Here are some of the beset reactions: The Yankees rarely were brought up in the seemingly endless stream of Stanton
Rick Porcello Praises ‘Phenomenal Job’ By Red Sox Offense In Win Vs. Yankees
Rick Porcello gave up just one earned run over six innings against the New York Yankees on Sunday to pick up his fourth straight win. But the Boston Red Sox starter gave plenty of praise to his offense after the game. The Sox scored five runs for the reigning American League Cy Young Award winner, and they were able to get to the Yankees bullpen by the sixth inning. Check out Porcello’s postgame comments in the “NESN Sports Today” video above, presented by People’s United Bank. ... NESN.com