[GUEST ACCESS MODE: Data is scrambled or limited to provide examples. Make requests using your API key to unlock full data. Check https://lunarcrush.ai/auth for authentication information.] #  @GaryHPhillips Gary Phillips Gary Phillips posts on X about scott, new york, japan, bat the most. They currently have XXXXX followers and XX posts still getting attention that total XXXXXXX engagements in the last XX hours. ### Engagements: XXXXXXX [#](/creator/twitter::63623182/interactions)  - X Week XXXXXXX +77% - X Month XXXXXXXXX +86% - X Months XXXXXXXXXX +83% - X Year XXXXXXXXXX -XX% ### Mentions: XX [#](/creator/twitter::63623182/posts_active)  - X Week XX +33% - X Month XXX -XX% - X Months XXXXX +119% - X Year XXXXX -XX% ### Followers: XXXXX [#](/creator/twitter::63623182/followers)  - X Week XXXXX +0.29% - X Month XXXXX +1.20% - X Months XXXXX +11% - X Year XXXXX +27% ### CreatorRank: XXXXXX [#](/creator/twitter::63623182/influencer_rank)  ### Social Influence **Social category influence** [mlb](/list/mlb) #55 [countries](/list/countries) #7217 [finance](/list/finance) XXXX% [social networks](/list/social-networks) XXXX% [technology brands](/list/technology-brands) XXXX% [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations) XXXX% [automotive brands](/list/automotive-brands) XXXX% [nba](/list/nba) XXXX% **Social topic influence** [scott](/topic/scott) #195, [new york](/topic/new-york) #2206, [japan](/topic/japan) 5.26%, [bat](/topic/bat) #45, [not for](/topic/not-for) #41, [red](/topic/red) #984, [lineup](/topic/lineup) #31, [ben](/topic/ben) #3171, [sunday](/topic/sunday) #1868, [kyle tucker](/topic/kyle-tucker) #36 **Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by** [@nydnsports](/creator/undefined) [@ghostofyankees1](/creator/undefined) [@nybbwaa](/creator/undefined) [@shawn_spradling](/creator/undefined) [@rankdog23](/creator/undefined) [@sevenfootrabbit](/creator/undefined) [@jonheyman](/creator/undefined) [@willsammon](/creator/undefined) [@andthatsbb](/creator/undefined) [@kenrosenthal](/creator/undefined) [@boblorenz](/creator/undefined) [@jackcurryyes](/creator/undefined) [@realmichaelkay](/creator/undefined) [@joelsherman1](/creator/undefined) [@realpaulyryder](/creator/undefined) [@montecristorule](/creator/undefined) [@yankeereport_](/creator/undefined) [@yankeesunivers1](/creator/undefined) [@dr_juice1](/creator/undefined) [@mdl1981](/creator/undefined) ### Top Social Posts Top posts by engagements in the last XX hours "Here are a few takeaways from Aaron Boone's media availability yesterday including his thoughts on the #Yankees' pursuit of Cody Bellinger Jasson Domnguez's viability as a switch-hitter and Trent Grisham's defense in center" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1998381818081349805) 2025-12-09T13:18Z 9811 followers, 2403 engagements "YES did indeed share that Paul O'Neill is thankfully cancer-free & that those Facebook posts are BS. I know this issue has wider-reaching implications but I've seen a surge in fabricated #Yankees stories from fan & AI accounts on FB/IG. Not sure if the goal is to farm engagement or direct you to harmful links but you should report & avoid these accounts" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1993742668153647389) 2025-11-26T18:04Z 9791 followers, 36.1K engagements "I hope everyone enjoyed the holiday yesterday For @NYDNSports' post-Thanksgiving spread I took a look at why the #Yankees believe Trent Grisham can remain an impact bat after his unprecedented offensive output in 2025:" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1994427565264540033) 2025-11-28T15:26Z 9791 followers, 4612 engagements "The #Yankees re-signed Michael Arias on a minor league deal per the logs. He had been on the 40-man roster but was among the pitchers the team non-tendered last week" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1994429043450495278) 2025-11-28T15:31Z 9804 followers, 12.2K engagements "I love the city Devin Williams said when the #Yankees' season ended. I love taking the train to the field every day. I really enjoyed my experience." After a rocky year in the Bronx that experience will now continue in Queens with the #Mets" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1995681857774440890) 2025-12-02T02:30Z 9792 followers, 8957 engagements "Given Hal Steinbrenner's comments about the #Yankees' profitability & payroll one would think he isn't happy with how his money has been spent. However the owner didn't voice any complaints last week when the subject of spending efficiency came up" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1995860207847751768) 2025-12-02T14:18Z 9790 followers, 3384 engagements "Guessing some #Yankees fans are surprised at Devin Williams' deal with the #Mets given the tumultuous season he had but he had plenty of interest and his underlying numbers remained strong amid the turbulence. His xBA Chase% Whiff% & K% were all in the 95th percentile or better and his Stuff+ was XXX. His xERA (3.09) & FIP (2.68) were drastically better than his ERA (4.79) and he finished the year with XX straight scoreless outings (including playoffs)" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1995865220825182338) 2025-12-02T14:38Z 9790 followers, 9465 engagements "Matsui made a major impact on the field most notably winning 2009 World Series MVP honors. But he also created booming business for the #Yankees in Japan as they became appointment TV viewing agreed to various sponsorship deals and opened a business office in the country. In 2004 NY and Matsui began the season in the Tokyo Dome:" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1996600946764173760) 2025-12-04T15:22Z 9790 followers, XXX engagements "As Matsui entered the twilight of his career the #Yankees missed out or whiffed on Japanese players who were new to the states. But they maintained representation on their team and exposure in the country by adding Ichiro Suzuki and Hiroki Kuroda. Shortly after Matsui retired as a Yankee Tanaka began his own chapter of Japanese stardom in the Bronx:" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1996600948592984276) 2025-12-04T15:22Z 9791 followers, XXX engagements "The #Yankees haven't successfully courted a Japanese star since. Meanwhile the #Dodgers have built a powerhouse and a money-making coalition with Ohtani Yamamoto and Sasaki. They've become the team in Japan. NY would like to restore its presence there but it remains to be seen if Japanese representation will return to its roster this winter with Tatsuya Imai and others available:" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1996600951193370984) 2025-12-04T15:22Z 9791 followers, XXX engagements "No surprises here. Preston Claiborne and Desi Druschel are both labeled assistant pitching coaches though one is expected to be in the bullpen following Mike Harkey's departure. #Yankees" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1996680546378830281) 2025-12-04T20:38Z 9791 followers, 10.2K engagements "Devin Williams said on his introductory #Mets Zoom that he's now "familiar" & "comfortable" with NY after a bumpy season with the #Yankees. Asked about his struggles Williams said "there was kind of a lot of factors. Some mechanical and pitch selection-type stuff." (He started calling his own pitches after his first removal from the closer's role: On why he signed with the Mets: "They're a team that wants to win. Steve's doing all he can to put a winning product out on the field and I'd love to be a part of that." Also said he's been tinkering with his cutter and working on a gyro slider" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1997046738188722235) 2025-12-05T20:53Z 9791 followers, 4642 engagements ""That is a problem' Brian Cashman said of the #Yankees being too left-handed. Could be something they attempt to remedy through challenge trades (MLB ready talent for MLB ready talent)" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1997852462833967107) 2025-12-08T02:15Z 9807 followers, 2460 engagements "Baseball America shared its updated list of top XX #Yankees prospects: X. SS George Lombard Jr. X. RHP Elmer Rodrguez X. SS Dax Kilby X. RHP Carlos Lagrange X. RHP Ben Hess X. OF Spencer Jones X. RHP Bryce Cunningham X. OF Dillon Lewis X. RHP Thatcher Hurd XX. RHP Chase Hampton More here from BA on Baby Bombers:" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1995511324617449890) 2025-12-01T15:12Z 9811 followers, 102.6K engagements "Don Mattingly got X votes. He needed XX from the 16-person committee. #Yankees" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1997827755162112130) 2025-12-08T00:37Z 9811 followers, 9535 engagements "Don Mattingly's XXXX bWAR is higher than that of a few Hall of Fame hitters including Phil Rizzuto Roy Campanella Dave Parker and Bill Mazeroski. Alas Donnie Baseball has been passed over for the hallowed halls of Cooperstown once again. #Yankees" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1997832693191712886) 2025-12-08T00:56Z 9811 followers, 3848 engagements "Brian Cashman who spoke to Scott Boras yesterday reiterated that he would like Cody Bellinger back. #Yankees" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1997851577114296356) 2025-12-08T02:11Z 9811 followers, 5184 engagements "Even as he pursues Cody Bellinger Brian Cashman said it's a "problem" that the #Yankees' lineup is so left-handed. Could that issue be resolved with a "challenge trade" Cashman said he is keeping an open mind when it comes to the team's lefty hitters:" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1998017150225645817) 2025-12-08T13:09Z 9811 followers, 3765 engagements "A few more misc. notes from Brian Cashman last night: ⚾ Anthony Volpe isn't expected back before May. Gerrit Cole's season debut may not come until June but Cashman didn't rule out May. Carlos Rodn is still targeting late April/May. ⚾ The #Yankees believe they can "unlock" some things in Ryan McMahon's bat (they shared similar sentiments at the time of the trade). ⚾ He said Jasson Domnguez would be the favorite to start in LF if spring training began today (it does not). Also mentioned Spencer Jones. ⚾ Cashman said top prospect George Lombard Jr. could play big league defense right now but "I" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1998058791720423859) 2025-12-08T15:55Z 9811 followers, 16.5K engagements "Aaron Boone said Preston Claiborne will be the bullpen coach. #Yankees" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1998140118033703302) 2025-12-08T21:18Z 9810 followers, 8118 engagements "Aaron Boone said he was a little surprised by Sonny Gray's comments about playing for the #Yankees last week but said "that's all right." "He's in Boston now. He's not supposed to like us anyway. That being said I've always really liked Sonny gotten along well with him. If he'll spice up the rivalry a little there's nothing wrong with that." #RedSox" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1998161030959055339) 2025-12-08T22:41Z 9811 followers, 5263 engagements "Aaron Boone said Anthony Volpe is down in Tampa now and will continue his rehab there. Gerrit Cole threw X or X bullpens before his "de-load" phase and is getting ready to ramp back up. Matt Blake recently said Cole was throwing in the mid-to-high-80s. #Yankees" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1998162154650738723) 2025-12-08T22:45Z 9811 followers, 9109 engagements "Mentioned Brad Keller as a name that makes sense for the #Yankees here as he would add velocity to a pen that lacked that last season. NY is indeed interested in him as a RP as @Joelsherman1 mentioned. X or X teams are looking at him as a SP" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1998189923862733120) 2025-12-09T00:36Z 9811 followers, 7591 engagements "The #Yankees' interest in Brad Keller follows a 2025 season that saw their RPs rank in the bottom half of the league in avg fastball velo & in the bottom five in fastball usage. Keller receiving some interest as a SP averaged XXXX mph. More on him here:" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1998216856256270596) 2025-12-09T02:23Z 9811 followers, 3396 engagements "Scott Boras on Cody Bellinger's market: "It's not for me to JUDGE but great players see RED if they have a big bat YANKED out of their lineup. I haven't MET a team that DODGES a five-tool player. To PHIL the center field need is a GIANT step towards the playoffs. North and South outfielders that fly with power they're rare BIRDS. In the offseason there's a lot of startup to organizations and for that reason there's a lot of ANGEL investors that are looking for very versatile outfielders. "So other than that Belly doesn't have much interest." #Yankees" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1998430615314862435) 2025-12-09T16:32Z 9811 followers, 706.2K engagements "Scott Boras wouldn't say if Hal Steinbrenner hasn't gotten involved in the Cody Bellinger talks yet but he said "the #Yankees have reached out about Cody and we continue to talk."" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1998432230431920611) 2025-12-09T16:39Z 9811 followers, 13.2K engagements "Boras wouldn't give a timeline on how quickly Cody Bellinger could make a decision. I can never predict markets because when owners get involved they can do things at a moments notice." #Yankees" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1998436195026501853) 2025-12-09T16:54Z 9811 followers, 7017 engagements "Several #Yankees are being courted for the World Baseball Classic. A partial list: Great Britain delegation head Gary Anderson said Jazz Chisholm Jr. is "very very interested." The feeling is mutual. Dominican Republic manager Albert Pujols said he spoke to Austin Wells about his interest but the catcher has a child on the way which could impact his participation. Puerto Rico GM Carlos Beltrn said Fernando Cruz is on his provisional roster" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1998461208853090589) 2025-12-09T18:34Z 9811 followers, 226.9K engagements "Hal Steinbrenner was clear about who he blamed for the #Yankees' shortcomings in 2025 repeatedly saying players didn't "play up to their potential" while backing Aaron Boone. More from the owner on the manager and what he didn't like about the season:" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1993315717739876396) 2025-11-25T13:47Z 9806 followers, 2927 engagements "Funny enough George Steinbrenner intensified his interest in Japan after seeing what a boon Hideo Nomo was for the #Dodgers. That led to some regrettable moves for the #Yankees including Katsuhiro Maeda & Hideki Irabu. But after forming a strategic partnership with the Yomiuri Giants NY landed a true Japanese star in Hideki Matsui:" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1996600944750948467) 2025-12-04T15:22Z 9811 followers, XXX engagements "Will the #Yankees retain Cody Bellinger Could they add a significant starter What else do they need Here are some of the questions surrounding New York ahead of the Winter Meetings:" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1996935221615481147) 2025-12-05T13:30Z 9811 followers, 20.2K engagements "Jeff Kent was elected to the Hall of Fame via the Contemporary Era Committee. #Yankees great Don Mattingly missed the Cooperstown cut again" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1997827352550871229) 2025-12-08T00:35Z 9810 followers, 7201 engagements "Brian Cashman said the #Yankees didn't make an offer to Devin Williams. There were some convos but nothing beyond that" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1997851310822170789) 2025-12-08T02:10Z 9810 followers, 5050 engagements "Kyle Tucker has not visited the #Yankees' complex per Brian Cashman. He visited the #BlueJays' recently" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1997852090623013278) 2025-12-08T02:13Z 9811 followers, 16.3K engagements "Asked about Sonny Gray's comments about the #Yankees after joining the #RedSox Brian Cashman said the pitcher told him *after* the 2018 trade deadline that "he never wanted to be here" and that he "hates New York." (Gray's words according to Cashman). At that point it was too late. Cashman said Gray previously communicated a desire to be a Yankee. Gray told him his agent coached him to say that so as to not hinder his free agent market" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1997859829184897215) 2025-12-08T02:44Z 9812 followers, 10.3K engagements "Of all the players Brian Cashman talked about on Sunday night he spent the most time on. Sonny Gray Following some comments from the new #RedSox pitchers Cashman claimed Gray advised by his agent lied about wanting to play for the #Yankees" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1998042033802678472) 2025-12-08T14:48Z 9811 followers, 6643 engagements "Aaron Boone said he hasn't been actively recruiting Cody Bellinger -- he usually does that less with free agents who have already been #Yankees -- but the manager hopes to have the OF back. "Who wouldn't want a player like that" the skipper said praising Bellinger's on and off-field impact" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1998156243668738536) 2025-12-08T22:22Z 9811 followers, 4803 engagements "Aaron Boone said he got good reports on Jasson Domnguez out of winter ball and Brian Cashman said that the #Yankees' hitting coaches Luis Rojas gave The Martian "a whole checklist" of things to work on. They coordinated with Escogido as well. Boone & Cashman both think Domnguez can still be a switch-hitter; they feel he can improve from the right side with more reps" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1998157864372752828) 2025-12-08T22:28Z 9811 followers, 18.7K engagements "Aaron Boone reiterated that Ben Rice is currently the #Yankees' first baseman but catching will remain in play" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1998160023403335942) 2025-12-08T22:37Z 9811 followers, 2892 engagements "Asked if he's gotten the sense the #Yankees are trying to limit payroll Scott Boras said "No I don't think when Cashman or Randy Levine call me they talk about limiting payroll. No they don't. They talk about acquiring players. They've never made mention of that and I go back to what they did with Soto last year. "Hal Steinbrenner and Randy and Cash did everything they could possibly do to pursue a great talent. So I have no reason to think that they wouldn't approach this market any different than that."" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1998432437320233202) 2025-12-09T16:39Z 9811 followers, 8662 engagements "FYI Scott Boras said this right before Kyle Schwarber's deal with the #Phillies broke" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1998432954318803039) 2025-12-09T16:42Z 9811 followers, 9641 engagements "Saw that Aaron Judge received XX write-in votes in the NYC mayoral election. He lost the race among NY sports figures to #Knicks PG Jalen Brunson (27 votes). Cam Schlittler Derek Jeter and Lou Gehrig were among the other #Yankees to get votes. Other NY sports figures who got votes: Pete Alonso Cam Skattebo Carmelo Anthony Aaron Glenn Jaxson Dart Josh Hart Sandy Koufax Saquon Barkley Tom Thibodeau Walt Frazier. Rob Manfred even got one. Bart Simpson Bruce Wayne Miles Morales and Mayor McCheese also received votes" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1996288157005046009) 2025-12-03T18:39Z 9811 followers, 171.1K engagements "@NYDNSports: The #Dodgers now dominate and heavily profit off of Japan. Can the #Yankees who haven't had a Japanese player since Masahiro Tanaka restore their presence there Weve tried and well continue to try. A look at NY's recent history in Japan and the on- & off-field benefits that come with attracting talent from the country:" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1996588948441735288) 2025-12-04T14:34Z 9811 followers, 21.3K engagements "Brian Cashman wouldn't say if he expects Tatsuya Imai to visit NY. #Yankees" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1997852750965846170) 2025-12-08T02:16Z 9812 followers, 16.8K engagements "Asked if the #Yankees intend to get their payroll under $XXX million Brian Cashman said "Last time I spoke with you guys I told you that Hal Steinbrenner hadn't given me a drop dead number and that's still the case. "Hal's exact words to me continue to be 'take everything that's out there to me' which I will continue to do" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1997860237831799107) 2025-12-08T02:46Z 9811 followers, 7666 engagements "Brian Cashman said the #Yankees didn't make an offer to Devin Williams but the GM was open to a reunion talked to his rep & asked to be kept in the loop. Cashman said he didn't get a call back before Williams signed with the #Mets. A rep for the RP declined comment" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1997873378435219494) 2025-12-08T03:38Z 9811 followers, 3235 engagements "Brian Cashman insisted Hal Steinbrenner hasn't given the #Yankees a "drop-dead" payroll number to work with. Hals exact words to me continue to be take everything thats out there to me which I will continue to do. Plus: notes on Kyle Tucker Tatsuya Imai & Luke Weaver:" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1998057727990382747) 2025-12-08T15:50Z 9811 followers, 4205 engagements "Aaron Boone was asked if the gap between the #Yankees & #BlueJays is smaller than people think. "Yeah" he replied. What tells him that "I mean we ended with identical records last year. I don't want to discount that they kicked our ass last year. Like don't take it out of context. "They obviously were a great team last year and an eyelash away from winning a world championship so they certainly proved to be the better team this year and hopefully we can close that gap and pass them and others this year."" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1998146805666807917) 2025-12-08T21:44Z 9812 followers, 4397 engagements "It's still "we'll see" with regards to finding a new role for Pat Roessler per Aaron Boone. Nothing on that front right now. #Yankees" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1998147393477296494) 2025-12-08T21:47Z 9811 followers, 5029 engagements "#Yankees skipper Aaron Boone said the #BlueJays "kicked our ass" and "certainly proved to be the better team this year" but he believes the gap between the two clubs his smaller than people think" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1998164078548701261) 2025-12-08T22:53Z 9812 followers, 2685 engagements "Scott Boras said Tatsuya Imai may visit the cities of potential suitors after the Winter Meetings but he doesn't haven any stops planned at the moment. "We've got to really kind of narrow the interest." #Yankees" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1998431106505506972) 2025-12-09T16:34Z 9811 followers, 12.4K engagements "Earlier tonight the #Yankees' Jim Hendry was honored as one of MLB's Scouts of the Year" [X Link](https://x.com/GaryHPhillips/status/1998614339935465946) 2025-12-10T04:42Z 9811 followers, 3295 engagements
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@GaryHPhillips Gary PhillipsGary Phillips posts on X about scott, new york, japan, bat the most. They currently have XXXXX followers and XX posts still getting attention that total XXXXXXX engagements in the last XX hours.
Social category influence mlb #55 countries #7217 finance XXXX% social networks XXXX% technology brands XXXX% travel destinations XXXX% automotive brands XXXX% nba XXXX%
Social topic influence scott #195, new york #2206, japan 5.26%, bat #45, not for #41, red #984, lineup #31, ben #3171, sunday #1868, kyle tucker #36
Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by @nydnsports @ghostofyankees1 @nybbwaa @shawn_spradling @rankdog23 @sevenfootrabbit @jonheyman @willsammon @andthatsbb @kenrosenthal @boblorenz @jackcurryyes @realmichaelkay @joelsherman1 @realpaulyryder @montecristorule @yankeereport_ @yankeesunivers1 @dr_juice1 @mdl1981
Top posts by engagements in the last XX hours
"Here are a few takeaways from Aaron Boone's media availability yesterday including his thoughts on the #Yankees' pursuit of Cody Bellinger Jasson Domnguez's viability as a switch-hitter and Trent Grisham's defense in center"
X Link 2025-12-09T13:18Z 9811 followers, 2403 engagements
"YES did indeed share that Paul O'Neill is thankfully cancer-free & that those Facebook posts are BS. I know this issue has wider-reaching implications but I've seen a surge in fabricated #Yankees stories from fan & AI accounts on FB/IG. Not sure if the goal is to farm engagement or direct you to harmful links but you should report & avoid these accounts"
X Link 2025-11-26T18:04Z 9791 followers, 36.1K engagements
"I hope everyone enjoyed the holiday yesterday For @NYDNSports' post-Thanksgiving spread I took a look at why the #Yankees believe Trent Grisham can remain an impact bat after his unprecedented offensive output in 2025:"
X Link 2025-11-28T15:26Z 9791 followers, 4612 engagements
"The #Yankees re-signed Michael Arias on a minor league deal per the logs. He had been on the 40-man roster but was among the pitchers the team non-tendered last week"
X Link 2025-11-28T15:31Z 9804 followers, 12.2K engagements
"I love the city Devin Williams said when the #Yankees' season ended. I love taking the train to the field every day. I really enjoyed my experience." After a rocky year in the Bronx that experience will now continue in Queens with the #Mets"
X Link 2025-12-02T02:30Z 9792 followers, 8957 engagements
"Given Hal Steinbrenner's comments about the #Yankees' profitability & payroll one would think he isn't happy with how his money has been spent. However the owner didn't voice any complaints last week when the subject of spending efficiency came up"
X Link 2025-12-02T14:18Z 9790 followers, 3384 engagements
"Guessing some #Yankees fans are surprised at Devin Williams' deal with the #Mets given the tumultuous season he had but he had plenty of interest and his underlying numbers remained strong amid the turbulence. His xBA Chase% Whiff% & K% were all in the 95th percentile or better and his Stuff+ was XXX. His xERA (3.09) & FIP (2.68) were drastically better than his ERA (4.79) and he finished the year with XX straight scoreless outings (including playoffs)"
X Link 2025-12-02T14:38Z 9790 followers, 9465 engagements
"Matsui made a major impact on the field most notably winning 2009 World Series MVP honors. But he also created booming business for the #Yankees in Japan as they became appointment TV viewing agreed to various sponsorship deals and opened a business office in the country. In 2004 NY and Matsui began the season in the Tokyo Dome:"
X Link 2025-12-04T15:22Z 9790 followers, XXX engagements
"As Matsui entered the twilight of his career the #Yankees missed out or whiffed on Japanese players who were new to the states. But they maintained representation on their team and exposure in the country by adding Ichiro Suzuki and Hiroki Kuroda. Shortly after Matsui retired as a Yankee Tanaka began his own chapter of Japanese stardom in the Bronx:"
X Link 2025-12-04T15:22Z 9791 followers, XXX engagements
"The #Yankees haven't successfully courted a Japanese star since. Meanwhile the #Dodgers have built a powerhouse and a money-making coalition with Ohtani Yamamoto and Sasaki. They've become the team in Japan. NY would like to restore its presence there but it remains to be seen if Japanese representation will return to its roster this winter with Tatsuya Imai and others available:"
X Link 2025-12-04T15:22Z 9791 followers, XXX engagements
"No surprises here. Preston Claiborne and Desi Druschel are both labeled assistant pitching coaches though one is expected to be in the bullpen following Mike Harkey's departure. #Yankees"
X Link 2025-12-04T20:38Z 9791 followers, 10.2K engagements
"Devin Williams said on his introductory #Mets Zoom that he's now "familiar" & "comfortable" with NY after a bumpy season with the #Yankees. Asked about his struggles Williams said "there was kind of a lot of factors. Some mechanical and pitch selection-type stuff." (He started calling his own pitches after his first removal from the closer's role: On why he signed with the Mets: "They're a team that wants to win. Steve's doing all he can to put a winning product out on the field and I'd love to be a part of that." Also said he's been tinkering with his cutter and working on a gyro slider"
X Link 2025-12-05T20:53Z 9791 followers, 4642 engagements
""That is a problem' Brian Cashman said of the #Yankees being too left-handed. Could be something they attempt to remedy through challenge trades (MLB ready talent for MLB ready talent)"
X Link 2025-12-08T02:15Z 9807 followers, 2460 engagements
"Baseball America shared its updated list of top XX #Yankees prospects: X. SS George Lombard Jr. X. RHP Elmer Rodrguez X. SS Dax Kilby X. RHP Carlos Lagrange X. RHP Ben Hess X. OF Spencer Jones X. RHP Bryce Cunningham X. OF Dillon Lewis X. RHP Thatcher Hurd XX. RHP Chase Hampton More here from BA on Baby Bombers:"
X Link 2025-12-01T15:12Z 9811 followers, 102.6K engagements
"Don Mattingly got X votes. He needed XX from the 16-person committee. #Yankees"
X Link 2025-12-08T00:37Z 9811 followers, 9535 engagements
"Don Mattingly's XXXX bWAR is higher than that of a few Hall of Fame hitters including Phil Rizzuto Roy Campanella Dave Parker and Bill Mazeroski. Alas Donnie Baseball has been passed over for the hallowed halls of Cooperstown once again. #Yankees"
X Link 2025-12-08T00:56Z 9811 followers, 3848 engagements
"Brian Cashman who spoke to Scott Boras yesterday reiterated that he would like Cody Bellinger back. #Yankees"
X Link 2025-12-08T02:11Z 9811 followers, 5184 engagements
"Even as he pursues Cody Bellinger Brian Cashman said it's a "problem" that the #Yankees' lineup is so left-handed. Could that issue be resolved with a "challenge trade" Cashman said he is keeping an open mind when it comes to the team's lefty hitters:"
X Link 2025-12-08T13:09Z 9811 followers, 3765 engagements
"A few more misc. notes from Brian Cashman last night: ⚾ Anthony Volpe isn't expected back before May. Gerrit Cole's season debut may not come until June but Cashman didn't rule out May. Carlos Rodn is still targeting late April/May. ⚾ The #Yankees believe they can "unlock" some things in Ryan McMahon's bat (they shared similar sentiments at the time of the trade). ⚾ He said Jasson Domnguez would be the favorite to start in LF if spring training began today (it does not). Also mentioned Spencer Jones. ⚾ Cashman said top prospect George Lombard Jr. could play big league defense right now but "I"
X Link 2025-12-08T15:55Z 9811 followers, 16.5K engagements
"Aaron Boone said Preston Claiborne will be the bullpen coach. #Yankees"
X Link 2025-12-08T21:18Z 9810 followers, 8118 engagements
"Aaron Boone said he was a little surprised by Sonny Gray's comments about playing for the #Yankees last week but said "that's all right." "He's in Boston now. He's not supposed to like us anyway. That being said I've always really liked Sonny gotten along well with him. If he'll spice up the rivalry a little there's nothing wrong with that." #RedSox"
X Link 2025-12-08T22:41Z 9811 followers, 5263 engagements
"Aaron Boone said Anthony Volpe is down in Tampa now and will continue his rehab there. Gerrit Cole threw X or X bullpens before his "de-load" phase and is getting ready to ramp back up. Matt Blake recently said Cole was throwing in the mid-to-high-80s. #Yankees"
X Link 2025-12-08T22:45Z 9811 followers, 9109 engagements
"Mentioned Brad Keller as a name that makes sense for the #Yankees here as he would add velocity to a pen that lacked that last season. NY is indeed interested in him as a RP as @Joelsherman1 mentioned. X or X teams are looking at him as a SP"
X Link 2025-12-09T00:36Z 9811 followers, 7591 engagements
"The #Yankees' interest in Brad Keller follows a 2025 season that saw their RPs rank in the bottom half of the league in avg fastball velo & in the bottom five in fastball usage. Keller receiving some interest as a SP averaged XXXX mph. More on him here:"
X Link 2025-12-09T02:23Z 9811 followers, 3396 engagements
"Scott Boras on Cody Bellinger's market: "It's not for me to JUDGE but great players see RED if they have a big bat YANKED out of their lineup. I haven't MET a team that DODGES a five-tool player. To PHIL the center field need is a GIANT step towards the playoffs. North and South outfielders that fly with power they're rare BIRDS. In the offseason there's a lot of startup to organizations and for that reason there's a lot of ANGEL investors that are looking for very versatile outfielders. "So other than that Belly doesn't have much interest." #Yankees"
X Link 2025-12-09T16:32Z 9811 followers, 706.2K engagements
"Scott Boras wouldn't say if Hal Steinbrenner hasn't gotten involved in the Cody Bellinger talks yet but he said "the #Yankees have reached out about Cody and we continue to talk.""
X Link 2025-12-09T16:39Z 9811 followers, 13.2K engagements
"Boras wouldn't give a timeline on how quickly Cody Bellinger could make a decision. I can never predict markets because when owners get involved they can do things at a moments notice." #Yankees"
X Link 2025-12-09T16:54Z 9811 followers, 7017 engagements
"Several #Yankees are being courted for the World Baseball Classic. A partial list: Great Britain delegation head Gary Anderson said Jazz Chisholm Jr. is "very very interested." The feeling is mutual. Dominican Republic manager Albert Pujols said he spoke to Austin Wells about his interest but the catcher has a child on the way which could impact his participation. Puerto Rico GM Carlos Beltrn said Fernando Cruz is on his provisional roster"
X Link 2025-12-09T18:34Z 9811 followers, 226.9K engagements
"Hal Steinbrenner was clear about who he blamed for the #Yankees' shortcomings in 2025 repeatedly saying players didn't "play up to their potential" while backing Aaron Boone. More from the owner on the manager and what he didn't like about the season:"
X Link 2025-11-25T13:47Z 9806 followers, 2927 engagements
"Funny enough George Steinbrenner intensified his interest in Japan after seeing what a boon Hideo Nomo was for the #Dodgers. That led to some regrettable moves for the #Yankees including Katsuhiro Maeda & Hideki Irabu. But after forming a strategic partnership with the Yomiuri Giants NY landed a true Japanese star in Hideki Matsui:"
X Link 2025-12-04T15:22Z 9811 followers, XXX engagements
"Will the #Yankees retain Cody Bellinger Could they add a significant starter What else do they need Here are some of the questions surrounding New York ahead of the Winter Meetings:"
X Link 2025-12-05T13:30Z 9811 followers, 20.2K engagements
"Jeff Kent was elected to the Hall of Fame via the Contemporary Era Committee. #Yankees great Don Mattingly missed the Cooperstown cut again"
X Link 2025-12-08T00:35Z 9810 followers, 7201 engagements
"Brian Cashman said the #Yankees didn't make an offer to Devin Williams. There were some convos but nothing beyond that"
X Link 2025-12-08T02:10Z 9810 followers, 5050 engagements
"Kyle Tucker has not visited the #Yankees' complex per Brian Cashman. He visited the #BlueJays' recently"
X Link 2025-12-08T02:13Z 9811 followers, 16.3K engagements
"Asked about Sonny Gray's comments about the #Yankees after joining the #RedSox Brian Cashman said the pitcher told him after the 2018 trade deadline that "he never wanted to be here" and that he "hates New York." (Gray's words according to Cashman). At that point it was too late. Cashman said Gray previously communicated a desire to be a Yankee. Gray told him his agent coached him to say that so as to not hinder his free agent market"
X Link 2025-12-08T02:44Z 9812 followers, 10.3K engagements
"Of all the players Brian Cashman talked about on Sunday night he spent the most time on. Sonny Gray Following some comments from the new #RedSox pitchers Cashman claimed Gray advised by his agent lied about wanting to play for the #Yankees"
X Link 2025-12-08T14:48Z 9811 followers, 6643 engagements
"Aaron Boone said he hasn't been actively recruiting Cody Bellinger -- he usually does that less with free agents who have already been #Yankees -- but the manager hopes to have the OF back. "Who wouldn't want a player like that" the skipper said praising Bellinger's on and off-field impact"
X Link 2025-12-08T22:22Z 9811 followers, 4803 engagements
"Aaron Boone said he got good reports on Jasson Domnguez out of winter ball and Brian Cashman said that the #Yankees' hitting coaches Luis Rojas gave The Martian "a whole checklist" of things to work on. They coordinated with Escogido as well. Boone & Cashman both think Domnguez can still be a switch-hitter; they feel he can improve from the right side with more reps"
X Link 2025-12-08T22:28Z 9811 followers, 18.7K engagements
"Aaron Boone reiterated that Ben Rice is currently the #Yankees' first baseman but catching will remain in play"
X Link 2025-12-08T22:37Z 9811 followers, 2892 engagements
"Asked if he's gotten the sense the #Yankees are trying to limit payroll Scott Boras said "No I don't think when Cashman or Randy Levine call me they talk about limiting payroll. No they don't. They talk about acquiring players. They've never made mention of that and I go back to what they did with Soto last year. "Hal Steinbrenner and Randy and Cash did everything they could possibly do to pursue a great talent. So I have no reason to think that they wouldn't approach this market any different than that.""
X Link 2025-12-09T16:39Z 9811 followers, 8662 engagements
"FYI Scott Boras said this right before Kyle Schwarber's deal with the #Phillies broke"
X Link 2025-12-09T16:42Z 9811 followers, 9641 engagements
"Saw that Aaron Judge received XX write-in votes in the NYC mayoral election. He lost the race among NY sports figures to #Knicks PG Jalen Brunson (27 votes). Cam Schlittler Derek Jeter and Lou Gehrig were among the other #Yankees to get votes. Other NY sports figures who got votes: Pete Alonso Cam Skattebo Carmelo Anthony Aaron Glenn Jaxson Dart Josh Hart Sandy Koufax Saquon Barkley Tom Thibodeau Walt Frazier. Rob Manfred even got one. Bart Simpson Bruce Wayne Miles Morales and Mayor McCheese also received votes"
X Link 2025-12-03T18:39Z 9811 followers, 171.1K engagements
"@NYDNSports: The #Dodgers now dominate and heavily profit off of Japan. Can the #Yankees who haven't had a Japanese player since Masahiro Tanaka restore their presence there Weve tried and well continue to try. A look at NY's recent history in Japan and the on- & off-field benefits that come with attracting talent from the country:"
X Link 2025-12-04T14:34Z 9811 followers, 21.3K engagements
"Brian Cashman wouldn't say if he expects Tatsuya Imai to visit NY. #Yankees"
X Link 2025-12-08T02:16Z 9812 followers, 16.8K engagements
"Asked if the #Yankees intend to get their payroll under $XXX million Brian Cashman said "Last time I spoke with you guys I told you that Hal Steinbrenner hadn't given me a drop dead number and that's still the case. "Hal's exact words to me continue to be 'take everything that's out there to me' which I will continue to do"
X Link 2025-12-08T02:46Z 9811 followers, 7666 engagements
"Brian Cashman said the #Yankees didn't make an offer to Devin Williams but the GM was open to a reunion talked to his rep & asked to be kept in the loop. Cashman said he didn't get a call back before Williams signed with the #Mets. A rep for the RP declined comment"
X Link 2025-12-08T03:38Z 9811 followers, 3235 engagements
"Brian Cashman insisted Hal Steinbrenner hasn't given the #Yankees a "drop-dead" payroll number to work with. Hals exact words to me continue to be take everything thats out there to me which I will continue to do. Plus: notes on Kyle Tucker Tatsuya Imai & Luke Weaver:"
X Link 2025-12-08T15:50Z 9811 followers, 4205 engagements
"Aaron Boone was asked if the gap between the #Yankees & #BlueJays is smaller than people think. "Yeah" he replied. What tells him that "I mean we ended with identical records last year. I don't want to discount that they kicked our ass last year. Like don't take it out of context. "They obviously were a great team last year and an eyelash away from winning a world championship so they certainly proved to be the better team this year and hopefully we can close that gap and pass them and others this year.""
X Link 2025-12-08T21:44Z 9812 followers, 4397 engagements
"It's still "we'll see" with regards to finding a new role for Pat Roessler per Aaron Boone. Nothing on that front right now. #Yankees"
X Link 2025-12-08T21:47Z 9811 followers, 5029 engagements
"#Yankees skipper Aaron Boone said the #BlueJays "kicked our ass" and "certainly proved to be the better team this year" but he believes the gap between the two clubs his smaller than people think"
X Link 2025-12-08T22:53Z 9812 followers, 2685 engagements
"Scott Boras said Tatsuya Imai may visit the cities of potential suitors after the Winter Meetings but he doesn't haven any stops planned at the moment. "We've got to really kind of narrow the interest." #Yankees"
X Link 2025-12-09T16:34Z 9811 followers, 12.4K engagements
"Earlier tonight the #Yankees' Jim Hendry was honored as one of MLB's Scouts of the Year"
X Link 2025-12-10T04:42Z 9811 followers, 3295 engagements
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