2026 Colorado Rockies

With Austin Wells showing no offensive improvement in 2026, these are the best catchers for the Yankees to target at the trade deadline.
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Catchers for Yankees to Target at the Trade Deadline

It’s no secret that New York Yankee catchers have underperformed in 2026. In 40 games, starting catcher Austin Wells is hitting .165 with a .559 OPS and six RBI. His backup counterpart, J.C. Escarra, isn’t any better. Even after a three-hit performance on Monday, Escarra has an identical .559 OPS and a -0.1 WAR in […]

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The New York Yankees change up their roster 16 days before spring training gets underway, claiming outfielder Yanquiel Fernandez off waivers.
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Yankees Claim Yanquiel Fernández off Waivers

The New York Yankees shook up their roster 16 days before spring training gets underway, claiming outfielder Yanquiel Fernandez off waivers from the Colorado Rockies. In a corresponding move, the team designated right-hander Dom Hamel for assignment. The club confirmed both decisions Wednesday afternoon. This came after the Yankees retained Cody Bellinger and Trent Grisham […]

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After two subpar seasons with the Rockies, reliever Angel Chivilli is on his way to the Yankees. However, there is reason for optimism.
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What Angel Chivilli Brings to the Yankees

The New York Yankees made another trade on Wednesday afternoon, acquiring relief pitcher Angel Chivilli from the Colorado Rockies in exchange for infield prospect T.J. Rumfield. At first glance, Chivilli’s numbers don’t jump off the page. In 2025, Chivilli posted a 7.06 ERA in 58 2/3 innings, struggling with his command while generating very few […]

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