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The Yankees added Taylor Trammell to the active roster Friday. (Source: Yankees PR on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Trammell was claimed off waivers from the Dodgers earlier this week. The 26-year-old will provide outfield depth on the Yankees’ bench.

Category: Transactions


Anthony Volpe went 1-for-4 with a stolen base as the Yankees fell to the Blue Jays 3-1.

Fantasy Impact: Despite the team's struggles, Volpe's performance this season continues to impress, maintaining a robust .373 batting average through 16 games. His ability to swipe bases, now totaling six on the season, adds a valuable dimension to his fantasy appeal.

Category: Game Recaps


Oswaldo Cabrera returns to the lineup for the first game of a doubleheader between the New York Yankees and Cleveland Guardians Saturday. (Source: New York Yankees on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Cabrera is back after sitting out the last three games against left-handed starting pitchers, starting at third base and batting seventh against right-hander Carlos Carrasco for manager Aaron Boone Saturday.


Yankees reliever Bryan Hoch is scheduled to throw a bullpen session Thursday or Friday at the team's spring training complex in Florida. (Source: Bryan Hoch on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: The veteran was bothered by a shoulder issue in spring training that forced him to begin the season on the injured list. Kahnle worked to a healthy 2.66 ERA across 42 appearances in his return to the Yankees in 2023.

Category: Injury Updates


The New York Yankees have designated left-handed pitcher Clayton Andrews for assignment. (Source: MLB.com)

Fantasy Impact: Andrews' DFA makes room for fellow reliever Josh Maciejewski who signed a big-league deal and was selected from Triple-A on Monday. The 27-year-old was rocked for six earned runs and issued six walks in just 3 2/2 innings with the Yankees this season.

Category: Transactions


The New York Yankees have optioned right-hander Jake Cousins to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre as part of a series of roster moves on Monday. (Source: MLB.com)

Fantasy Impact: The 29-year-old has gotten into two games with the Yankees this season, allowing one earned run in three innings of work. He posted a 4.82 ERA in nine appearances with the Brewers in the 2023 campaign.

Category: Transactions


The New York Yankees have signed left-hander Josh Maciejewski to a major league deal and have selected him to the active roster. (Source: MLB.com)

Fantasy Impact: The 28-year-old has appeared in two games for Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre this season but will get a chance to make his big-league debut in 2024. He posted a 3.42 ERA in 16 outings at Triple-A with the Yankees last season.

Category: Transactions


Dennis Santana tossed 1 2/3 scoreless innings to earn the save in an 8-3 win over the Blue Jays on Sunday. He struck out two and did not allow any hits.

Fantasy Impact: Santana was called upon to get the final five outs of the win on Sunday, allowing him to earn his first save of the season. That being said, he's unlikely to see many more save chances with Clay Holmes in line to see the bulk of the save opportunities moving forward.

Category: Game Recaps


The Yankees have placed Jonathan Loaisiga on the 60-day IL due to a torn UCL. (Source: Jorge Castillo on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Loaisiga will undergo season-ending surgery, although it has not been classified as Tommy John surgery. The 29-year-old is looking at a 10-to-12 month recovery timeframe.

Category: Injury Updates, Transactions


Alex Verdugo's contribution to the Yankees' 6-5 victory was highlighted by a crucial home run, bringing in two RBI.

Fantasy Impact: Verdugo, who has been struggling to find his rhythm at the plate with a batting average of just .160 through seven games, showed signs of breaking out of his slump. His performance on Wednesday could be a turning point. The 27-year-old will look to build on this solid performance.

Category: Game Recaps


Oswald Peraza (shoulder) is set to begin throwing Wednesday, per Yankees’ manager Aaron Boone. (Source: Talkin’ Yanks on Twitter )

Fantasy Impact: Peraza is recovering from a shoulder strain, but Boone believes the infielder should be able to ramp up quickly. Fantasy managers should expect that Peraza could be destined for Triple-A due to the log jam ahead of him in the infield.

Category: Injury Updates


Victor Gonzalez earned the save Monday against the Diamondbacks, working around one hit to toss a scoreless frame.

Fantasy Impact: Gonzalez got the save opportunity with Clay Holmes unavailable. He remains off the fantasy radar despite his save on Monday.

Category: Game Recaps


Oscar Gonzalez suffered an orbital fracture in Monday's exhibition game. (Source: Bryan Hoch on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Gonzalez is expected to remain in the hospital overnight. He is expected to miss the start of the season as a result. He'll likely head to Triple-A when he is healthy.

Category: Injury Updates


Clayton Beeter has made the Opening Day roster for the Yankees. (Source: Joe Sherman on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Beeter is likely to open the season in the bullpen after it was announced Luis Gill will open as the No. 5 starter for the Yankees this season. He'll open the season in a long relief role.

Category: Transactions


Luke Weaver has a stiff neck and won't make his scheduled start on Tuesday. (Source: Max Goodman on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: The Yankees should provide a further update on Weaver soon. He signed a one-year deal with New York this offseason.

Category: Injury Updates


Jasson Dominguez is scheduled to begin hitting from both sides of the plate on Monday. (Source: Jack Curry on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Dominguez is already throwing from 75 feet. He remains on track to return in the middle of the season as he continues to recover from Tommy John surgery.

Category: Injury Updates


The Yankees designated Jordan Groshans for assignment. (Source: Yankees PR on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: This move was made to make room for the addition of Jahmai Jones off waivers. Groshans will hit waivers to see if he is claimed.

Category: Transactions


Matt Krook traded to the Orioles

Sun, Feb 18th 3:46pm EST
By Ari Koslow

The Yankees have traded Matt Krook to the Orioles. (Source: Baltimore Orioles on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Krook was designated for assignment by New York earlier in the week. He'll provide some bullpen depth in the Orioles organization.

Category: Transactions


Lou Trivino placed on 60-day IL

Fri, Feb 16th 4:44pm EST
By Ari Koslow

The Yankees placed Lou Trivino on the 60-day injured list. (Source: New York Yankees on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Trivino signed a one-year deal with the Yankees earlier this week as he works his way back from Tommy John surgery.

Category: Injury Updates


The Yankees claimed RHP McKinley Moore off waivers from the Philadelphia Phillies. (Source: New York Yankees on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Moore was recently designated for assignment by the Phillies. He'll look to earn a role in the bullpen in New York.

Category: Transactions