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New York Post
2 days ago
- Sport
- New York Post
Yankees' plans for Amed Rosario revealed — after years of trying to get him
The Yankees had tried to acquire Amed Rosario multiple times over the past few years. Now that they finally got him, from the Nationals in a Saturday night trade for reliever Clayton Beeter and 18-year-old outfielder Browm Martinez, Rosario becomes the utilityman the Yankees have been missing since Oswaldo Cabrera broke his ankle in May. The right-handed hitting Rosario, who was expected to be available off the bench for Sunday's series finale against the Phillies after arriving from the airport shortly before first pitch, could form something of a platoon at third base with the lefty-swinging Ryan McMahon. But the ex-Met will also be an option at second base and the corner outfield spots, manager Aaron Boone said Sunday, in addition to shortstop 'in a pinch.' 'He provides some defensive versatility, speed and really hits lefties,' Boone said. 'So I think it kind of makes our bench and the balance of our roster a little more workable. And hopefully, get him in some situations where he can impact us, but I think he helps us a lot.' 4 Amed Rosario is pictured during the first inning of the Yankees' July 27 game. Jason Szenes for the NY Post 4 The Yankees acquired Amed Rosario in a trade with the Nationals on Saturday. Rafael Suanes-Imagn Images Rosario was batting .270 with a .736 OPS in 46 games for the Nationals this season. For his career against lefties, he has hit .298 with a .799 OPS, which is how the Yankees will predominantly use him. CHECK OUT THE LATEST MLB STANDINGS AND YANKEES STATS 'I could definitely see him playing against the lefties and with his defensive versatility, more being that guy that's a really versatile player off the bench for us,' Boone said. As for his viability at shortstop, the position he came up at with the Mets, Rosario has only started 11 games there since the start of the 2024 season, and none since last August. 4 Amed Rosario watches from the dugout during the Yankees' July 27 game. Jason Szenes for the NY Post 4 Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani (17) slides into second as Amed Rosario (13) tries for a triple play on June 20, 2025. Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images But if he is able to at least be an option there behind Anthony Volpe, he would make Oswald Peraza even more expendable. 'We got to look at short, he hasn't been there in a while,' Boone said. 'Certainly in a pinch, I could see that, but kind of viewing him more as third and second and in the corners in the outfield.'
New York Post
2 days ago
- Sport
- New York Post
Aaron Judge officially on IL as Yankees activate Amed Rosario after trade
Aaron Judge is officially on the shelf. The Yankees placed the two-time AL MVP on the 10-day injured list Sunday, a day after he was diagnosed with a right flexor strain. Advertisement Judge's spot on the active roster was filled before Sunday's finale against the Phillies by utilityman Amed Rosario, whom the Yankees acquired in a trade with the Nationals on Saturday night. The ex-Met plays both the infield and outfield, giving the Yankees some insurance beyond their new starting outfield of Cody Bellinger, Trent Grisham and Jasson Domínguez. There had been cries from the fan base for top prospect Spencer Jones to be called up to replace Judge, but the red-hot center fielder missed Friday and Saturday's games at Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre with back spasms. The Yankees officially placed Aaron Judge on the injured list on Sunday. JASON SZENES/ NY POST Advertisement He is also not yet on the 40-man roster, and with the Yankees expected to make more trades in the coming days ahead of Thursday's deadline, they need to keep some flexibility with opening spots on the 40-man. CHECK OUT THE LATEST MLB STANDINGS AND YANKEES STATS Everson Pereira and Bryan De La Cruz are the two Triple-A outfielders that are on the 40-man roster. The Yankees could have opted to bring one of them up in addition to activating Rosario, but doing so would have meant designating Oswald Peraza for assignment. That may still happen in the coming days or weeks, but for now, the Yankees are keeping their depth. Advertisement The Yankees activated Amed Rosario Sunday after they acquired him in a trade with the Nationals. Rafael Suanes-Imagn Images As for Judge, the Yankees are hoping that they have dodged a bullet by Saturday's MRI revealing the elbow flexor strain and not any UCL damage. They believe he could come off the IL after a minimum stay and then strictly DH upon his return before beginning to ramp up his throwing. The Yankees on Sunday also called up lefty Brent Headrick as a fresh arm for a battered bullpen after optioning Allan Winans on Saturday night.
New York Post
11-07-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
Why Yankees PA announcer is missing first home game in 16 years
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 The Yankees games will sound a little different this weekend. Paul Olden, who has been with the Yankees since the opening of the new stadium in 2009 and called 1,339 consecutive games, will not be in attendance for the weekend's series against the Cubs. He said on Instagram he's missing the game for his grand-nephew's wedding. 'Well, another streak comes to an end,' Olden wrote Friday. 'My four year running streak ended almost two years ago and now my 1,339 games Yankees P.A. streak ends tonight with me happily being in southern California for my grand nephew's wedding. 'A new announcing streak starts in two weeks.' Yankees PA announcer Paul Olden. Charles Wenzelberg/New York Post Olden's streak included every regular season and postseason game over the last 16 years, aside from the 2020 playoffs held in San Diego during the shortened COVID season. With Olden not handling his normal duties, Mark Fratto will instead be the one announcing the names. Yankee Stadium frequenters may already know him since he serves as the announcer for NYFC of the MLS, who play most of their games in The Bronx. He has also worked at Madison Square Garden since 2008 for college basketball and boxing events. Fratto's other duties include serving as the PA announcer for the Wizards and Commanders, along with working for Golden Boy Boxing. He called it an 'absolute honor' to be behind the mic at Yankee Stadium. 'Well friends, still in disbelief but we're going to The Show with the Yankees this weekend‼️,' Fratto wrote in an Instagram post Thursday. 'A lot of you know we're four generations deep here — the Yankees are the team of my Grandfathers, my Father, my brothers and my sons. 'Like many 80s kids, I grew up announcing myself in the backyard by imitating the legendary Bob Sheppard. This is a dream come true 30 years into this Announcer Journey. 'Absolutely wild. Cue Frank Sinatra. Let's go. He will be calling the Yankees' final series of the first half when they welcome the NL Central-leading Cubs for three games. The Yankees are on a four-game win streak after sweeping the Mariners in a crazy game Thursday night, rallying from a 5-0 no-hit attempt in the eighth to grab a 6-5 walk-off win in 10 innings. CHECK OUT THE LATEST MLB STANDINGS AND YANKEES STATS Freshly named All-star Carlos Rodon gets the ball Friday night against ex-Met Chris Flexen, while Max Fried and Will Warren get the nod in the final two games, respectively. The Yankees (52-41) enter the series two games back of the Blue Jays in the AL East, while they are 2 1/2 games of the Rays for the first wild card spot.
New York Post
04-07-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
Yankees vs. Mets prediction: Subway Series player props, odds, picks
Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. Marcus Stroman can't stop giving up hits. Through four starts in 2025, the Yankees right-hander has struggled keeping runners from scoring, posting an 8.16 ERA. While he's walked more batters and allowed more home runs than usual, Stroman's tendency to allow hits of all kinds is perhaps the most troubling for him going forward. Last season, Stroman allowed 9.7 hits per nine innings, which would've been the third-most among qualified MLB pitchers if he tossed eight more innings on the year. It hasn't gotten any better during his second year in the Bronx. Stroman is once again allowing more hits than innings pitched (9.4 per nine innings) while also striking out hitters at a career-low rate (five per nine innings). He looked better in his return from knee inflammation last time out, allowing three hits over five innings against the Athletics, but he may have been a bit lucky. Yankees pitcher Marcus Stroman (0) hands the ball to manager Aaron Boone as he leaves the game during the first inning of the Yankees and San Francisco Giants game at Yankee Stadium. Bill Kostroun/New York Post Stroman struck out just one batter in that outing, allowing a .133 batting average on balls in play, which is far from a sustainable number. The ex-Met is expected to take the mound for the Bombers in Game 1 of the Subway Series in Queens, giving the struggling Amazin's a good chance to get back on track offensively. I'm targeting Juan Soto's total bases prop, specifically, against Stroman. Learn all you need to know about MLB Betting The Mets slugger has had some success against Stroman in limited chances, going 3-for-10 with a double and a home run in 14 plate appearances. The play: Juan Soto to have more than 1.5 total bases Why Trust New York Post Betting Dylan Svoboda is a versatile writer and analyst across many sports. He's particularly knowledgeable about the big three — MLB, the NFL and the NBA.
STV News
23-06-2025
- Politics
- STV News
Family of asylum seeker shot after hotel stabbings call for review of police actions
Relatives of an asylum seeker who was shot and killed after he stabbed six people at a hotel have asked for an expert review of police actions that day. Badreddin Abdalla Adam Bosh, 28, attacked his victims at Glasgow city centre's Park Inn on June 26, 2020. A probe into his death heard police were unaware the hotel housed asylum seekers at the time. Officers had attempted to use non-lethal weapons to disarm Mr Bosh during the incident before he was shot and killed. The Sudanese national was one of hundreds of refugees moved from flats to hotels at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic before concerns were raised about the mental health of often vulnerable individuals. Three asylum seekers, two hotel workers, and police officer David Whyte – who had responded to the emergency call – were injured by Mr Bosh during the attack. A second preliminary hearing took place at Glasgow Sheriff Court in preparation for the full inquiry, which will take place at a later date. An FAI is a public examination of the circumstances of a death in the public interest before a Sheriff, which does not apportion blame or fault. Mark Stewart KC, representing Mr Bosh's next of kin, told the hearing that an expert report from an ex-Met police superintendent has been arranged. He said: 'My purpose is not to seek to put forward an alternative version of events but to be clear and thorough and review what happened. 'Also, it is to see whether or not what the previous statements tell us are a correct and accurate version of the tactical options that were available and the various decisions that were taken. 'Once that report is supplied, if there are any difficulties, these will be matters which will be focused. 'The expert has been involved in these kinds of reviews before.' Mr Stewart also confirmed that Mr Bosh was in communication with his brother, which included WhatsApp messages that have been lodged with the inquiry. Shelagh McCall KC, acting for the Scottish Police Federation, later told the hearing: 'The police officers had no knowledge that the hotel housed asylum seekers at the relevant time. 'The first issue is if it was intimated to Police Scotland that there was an opportunity for community policing to engage with staff and residents at the hotel. 'It is my understanding that community policing can address issues before they are escalated. 'It may be a matter to explore that advanced knowledge of who was housed in the hotel would provide some information to those dealing with an incident.' Advocate depute Alan Cameron KC earlier stated to the hearing that work will begin on drafting a joint minute of agreement to reduce the length of the inquiry. A previous hearing had been told that there are at least 83 witnesses due to appear at the official probe, which could take place next year. A number of organisations will be represented at the inquiry including the Scottish Ambulance Service, Glasgow City Council, the Mears Group and the Home Office. A continued preliminary hearing was fixed for September this year by Sheriff Principal Aisha Anwar. She said: 'We will not be fixing a date [for the inquiry] – at the next hearing we may be in a position to identify a date.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
