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22-05-2025
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Yankees celebrate rookie's big moment with very emotional response
Jasson Dominguez launched a towering shot into the second deck in the bottom of the ninth to lift the Yankees past the Rangers with their first walk-off home run since Sept. 20, 2022. That's a staggering MLB-leading drought of 211 games and 974 days between walk-off homers, which was snapped by a player who was still in Double-A when the streak began. Afterward, you would have been hard-pressed to find a single player thinking about the stat. The celebration wasn't about history. It was about Dominguez. Advertisement Aaron Judge practically laughed off the drought. 'We have MLB Network on in here, so we hear those things,' Judge said. 'But we don't think about them. Instead, for the Yankees captain, this was more of a personal moment. Judge waited until after the on-field scrum to give Dominguez a long, quiet hug. Then, along with Anthony Volpe, he drenched the rookie during his postgame interview with a cooler full of water. New York Yankees rookie Jasson Dominguez flips off his batting helmet to celebrate a walk-off home run against the Texas Rangers on May 21, 2025, at Yankee Stadium. © John Jones-Imagn Images Veteran Paul Goldschmidt, 37, was one of the first out of the dugout — sprinting like a kid himself to mob Dominguez at home plate. It was a moment that spoke volumes: part joy, part validation, all family. Advertisement And the love didn't stop when the lights went out. Long after the celebration, Judge posted a short video of the swing on Instagram — just the clip, no caption needed. Austin Wells followed with a photo of Dominguez admiring his shot. Clarke Schmidt did the same. All three of them were also Yankees prospects who came through the system and understand the pressure and process. Dominguez has had perhaps the biggest expectations and at just 22 years old he's dealing with disappointments this year. Just this week, a podcast mocked him for being the worst outfielder in baseball. So, the team's genuine reaction to Dominguez's success was telling. In a clubhouse full of stars and veterans, the kid known as "The Martian" reached another career milestone and made a big contribution. And his teammates could not be prouder. Related: Yankees Insider Reports a Roster Move Expected After Injury News Related: Yankees Manager Aaron Boone Drops Concerning Injury News After Walk-Off Win
Yahoo
16-05-2025
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Mets could eventually execute pre-season rotation plan
Oct 20, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; New York Mets pitcher Sean Manaea (59) pitches during the second inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game six of the NLCS for the 2024 MLB playoffs at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images Oct 20, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; New York Mets pitcher Sean Manaea (59) pitches during the second inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game six of the NLCS for the 2024 MLB playoffs at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images For too long, New York Mets fans have endured a narrative that felt like a jab to the ribs: 'Your pitching can't hang.' While opposing fanbases sang the praises of offensive fireworks, Mets faithful were left defending a rotation written off as middling. Advertisement But baseball, like life, has a way of flipping scripts—and right now, the Mets are the ones holding the pen. This isn't some mirage in April fog. It's mid-May, and the Mets lead MLB with a glittering 2.74 ERA from their starting rotation. They've done it without three key pieces: Frankie Montas, Sean Manaea, and Paul Blackburn. That alone should raise eyebrows across the league. Instead, it's been a cast of names flying under the radar who've carried the torch: Clay Holmes, Tylor Megill, Griffin Canning, David Peterson, and Kodai Senga. Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images It's like watching a jazz band where everyone unexpectedly learned to solo—each arm contributing rhythm, groove, and just enough heat. Blackburn, Montas, Manaea: reinforcements are nearly ready The scary part? Reinforcements are almost here. The cavalry isn't just coming—it's stretching, warming, and heading into the bullpen tunnel. Advertisement Paul Blackburn is the closest of the trio, poised to throw 75 pitches in a Double-A game this Friday. His return could come before the calendar flips to June. Frankie Montas is flirting with a rehab assignment as well, and Sean Manaea is already back on the mound, feeling things out. That means by the time summer's heat settles in, the Mets might have eight capable, healthy starters. And that's when the real puzzle begins. It's a good problem—like having too many gifts to wrap. But it will force some tough conversations and strategic recalibration. A six-man rotation could be the key to balancing depth When the full group is ready, the Mets face a crucial question: how do you juggle eight worthy arms without disrupting chemistry? Advertisement The obvious answer, and one already floating within the organization, is a shift to a six-man rotation. Not only would that reduce wear and tear over a grueling season, it would preserve arms like Senga and Peterson for when it matters most. Anthony DiComo nailed it in his recent piece, saying injuries often sort these things out. But if everyone stays healthy, choices must be made. Sending anyone to Triple-A? Unlikely. Not a single starter has pitched poorly enough to deserve that fate. And moving someone to the bullpen might be a temporary fix, but it's not a long-term solution for proven arms. The six-man idea offers breathing room and stability. It would allow the Mets to carry this momentum without burning out by August. Why this depth feels different—and more dangerous There's something uniquely powerful about this version of Mets depth. It's not top-heavy—it's balanced, diverse, and confident. Advertisement Each starter brings a different flavor: Senga's ghost fork, Megill's newfound stuff, Holmes' edge, Canning's precision, Peterson's consistency. Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports And now you add the power of Montas, the savvy of Manaea, and the stability of Blackburn? That's a recipe that travels deep into October. Think of it like a Swiss Army knife—whatever situation arises, there's a solution tucked inside the roster. That kind of flexibility is what separates pretenders from real postseason threats. If this is what the Mets look like running on five cylinders, imagine them with a full engine. Buckle up, baseball. Popular reading Mets' former top prospect is surging back from the dead Advertisement Related Headlines
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16-05-2025
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Mets Prospect Roundup: Nolan McLean battles through five innings, Ronny Mauricio drives in a run
The Mets have a deep roster of pitching prospects in their system, including Nolan McLean. McLean, 23, had a successful Triple-A debut last week and was on the bump again for the Syracuse Mets on Thursday night, but it was a different story this time. Advertisement In his first Triple-A start, McLean pitched seven scoreless innings, but he could only get through five against the Lehigh Valley IronPigs. In those five innings, McLean allowed four runs on five hits while striking out four. The biggest issue for McLean on Thursday was his command. He walked six batters and allowed two home runs. The first came in the third on an 82 mph curveball that had too much plate, and the second came in the fourth on a 75 mph curveball that was down and in on left-handed Justin Crawford, the Phillies' No. 3 prospect and son of former major league player Carl Crawford. McLean retired the final four batters he faced, so there's something to build upon for his next start with Syracuse. The right-hander took the loss as the IronPigs defeated the Syracuse Mets, 7-3. Offensively, Syracuse picked up eight hits and Drew Gilbert was in the mix on Thursday. The outfielder went 1-for-3 with a walk and a run scored. The 24-year-old is now slashing .244/.384/.372 with an .848 OPS this season. He also has four home runs and six doubles across Low-A and Triple-A this season. Jett, Ronny drive in runs for Double-A Down with the Binghamton Rumble Ponies, Jett Williams had another solid day at the plate. The shortstop went 1-for-3 with walk and an RBI double to help Binghamton win 5-3 over the Hartford Yard Goats. Advertisement After Thursday's performance, Williams is now slashing .280/.374/.490 with an .864 OPS in 29 games with Binghamton. He's also smashed three homers, eight doubles and stolen seven bases in nine tries. Ronny Mauricio continued his rehab with Double-A on Thursday, playing seven innings at third base while going 1-for-4 with an RBI double. The double came in the eighth on a pitch running up and away from him that the infielder hit over the center fielder's head. Mauricio's double was his second hit (both doubles) with Binghamton in four games since being transferred from St. Lucie. Ryan Clifford did not have that same success at the plate. Playing as the DH, Clifford went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts.
New York Post
13-05-2025
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- New York Post
A harsh reality awaits DJ LeMahieu's impending Yankees return
Access the Yankees beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Greg Joyce about the inside buzz on the Yankees. Try it free SEATTLE — DJ LeMahieu's latest, and perhaps last, chance to resurrect his Yankees career is about to arrive. The veteran Yankees infielder is expected to be activated off the injured list Tuesday and make his first start at second base Wednesday against the Mariners at T-Mobile Park after missing the first month and a half of the season with a calf strain he suffered in his second at-bat of spring training. Advertisement There certainly is a role for LeMahieu to grab, with second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. currently on the injured list for at least a few more weeks while the Yankees could also use a right-handed hitting complement to Oswaldo Cabrera at third base. They now will get to find out just how much the 36-year-old LeMahieu has in the tank after various lower-body injuries have sapped his production over the past few seasons. 3 Yankees infielder DJ LeMahieu is seen during batting practice before a March 29 game. JASON SZENES FOR THE NEW YORK POST He is not expected to be an everyday player at this stage of his career, but Aaron Boone hopes he can at least be 'a piece of the puzzle.' Advertisement 'The biggest thing is health,' Boone said Monday before opening the series against the Mariners. 'DJ LeMahieu, [he could] fall out of bed and hit. The biggest thing that's tripped him up over the years is just the nagging different injuries that have popped up that have slowed him. 'Obviously, he's older now, but I always feel like guys that can really hit like him, if you're healthy, you can usually really hit late in your career. Hopefully, he can come and be a real contributor for us. What that role is — does it turn into something more everyday, does it turn into part-time, does it turn into platoon — I don't know. But as long as he's healthy, I won't be surprised with anything he brings to the table.' The two-time batting champion, who was expected to land in Seattle on Monday night, is in the penultimate year of a six-year, $90 million contract. Advertisement 3 Yankees third baseman DJ LeMahieu #26, fielding grounders during practice. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post The Yankees have exercised patience with him, not yet willing to eat the rest of the money on his deal to free up a roster spot, but the clock will be ticking. LeMahieu used the full allotment of 20 days for his rehab assignment to get a proper buildup — capped off by playing back-to-back nine-inning games at Triple-A over the weekend — after a mostly lost spring training. CHECK OUT THE LATEST MLB STANDINGS AND YANKEES STATS Advertisement There was one hiccup along the way when LeMahieu got a 'preemptive' cortisone shot in the right hip that was beginning to act up, but it only cost him a few days. Across nine rehab games between Double-A and Triple-A, LeMahieu hit 12-for-27 (.444) with a 1.093 OPS while spending most of his time at second base (and one game at third). 3 Yankees DJ LeMahieu #26, hitting live batting practice. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post Boone said between the rehab assignment and live batting practice sessions in Tampa, LeMahieu has logged over 50 at-bats to give him the equivalent of spring training. 'I feel like he's just wanted to really make sure he gets this right,' Boone said. 'I think that's what started with the injection in the hip — knowing he feels like he's got to nail this. I think he's been really diligent and focused on that, even all the way to the rainouts and getting to play in a back-to-back. I think he understands how important this last month has been in making sure he gets it right.' The Yankees will have to open a roster spot for LeMahieu, which could be accomplished by designating Pablo Reyes for assignment or optioning Jorbit Vivas to Triple-A. Go beyond the box score with the Bombers Sign up for Inside the Yankees by Greg Joyce, exclusively on Sports+. Thank you Enter your email address Please provide a valid email address. By clicking above you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Enjoy this Post Sports+ exclusive newsletter! Check out more newsletters LeMahieu arrived at camp this spring determined to prove he still had something left to offer. After battling a broken toe that led to ligament damage in another toe late in 2022, a non-displaced foot fracture in 2024 and right hip impingement last September, he took two months off from hitting over the offseason in an attempt to give his body a chance to recover. Advertisement When LeMahieu has been active in recent years, the injuries mostly have made him a shell of his former self at the plate, aside from a solid second half in 2023. Even still, from Aug. 9, 2022 (about the time he began dealing with the toe issue) through the end of last season, he hit just .222 with a .627 OPS in 228 games. That OPS was the third lowest of 226 big leaguers who got at least 800 plate appearances during that span. 'I feel like he's ready to go,' Boone said, 'and hopefully ready to contribute.'
Yahoo
30-04-2025
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Lakeview seniors post top marks for state title hopes
STONEBORO, Pa (WKBN) – Lakeview track & field has been climbing the state ranks in April with the help of senior talent. At the 60th Butler Invitational in mid-April, two Lakeview track athletes got results that scored them at the top of the state in PIAA 2A. 'We have opportunities, two or three different opportunities to be on the medal stand or at the top of it,' said Lakeview coach Ryan Harold. 'It's something that doesn't happen every year.' Senior thrower Kyndra Seddon posted a mark of 131′ 5″ in discus at the Butler Invitational, which shot her to the top of the state in 2A at the time. 'Try to not think about it too much because there's a lot of competition in Double-A,' said Seddon. 'Just trying to stay consistent and slowly building so that I don't peak too early in the season.' Senior Blake Skiles recorded a 23′ 2.25″ in long jump at the same invitational and at the time also was the best in the state in 2A. 'After I jumped out, I was just super stoked it was number 23, I've been waiting for it all year,' said Skiles. Skiles has also set school records in the long jump and 200m this season. The team as a whole has been successful all season, as the boys have already won the District 10 Region One title, and the girls being the Region runner-up. This is the fifth straight regional title for the Sailor boys. Also, at the Harbor Creek Invitational in mid-April, Lakeview's boys and girls 4 X 400m relay teams each won first place. The boys' winning time broke a record set in 2014 with a time of 3:29.88. 'I knew we were running something pretty crazy for this time of the season,' said junior runner James Alexander. Coach Harold has been at the helm for 18 years, and with his senior talent, he said earning state titles is a real possibility. 'This is probably one of the first times where I'm like, wow, we have multiple chances to get a gold down there,' said Harold. 'It's awesome, I can't wait to just go to Shippensburg and get ready for a championship spot,' said Skiles. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
