Yankees’ Cam Schlittler passes first test after dealing with back problem

TAMPA – Cam Schlittler insisted his back problems were “insignificant,” but the fact he was back on a bullpen mound Tuesday still seemed significant. After the Yankees held him back this past week due to mid-back/left lat inflammation, Schlittler completed a bullpen session that, with a positive recovery, should put him back on track in […]

Giancarlo Stanton’s improved health brings a lot of hope and everything is on the table for the Yankees

TAMPA – A year ago, Giancarlo Stanton arrived at spring training with two sore elbows that would postpone his season until mid-June. That double elbow tendonitis, he reiterated Tuesday, “isn’t going anywhere.” But things appear to be in a much more manageable place for the Yankees’ 36-year-old slugger at the moment, clearing the way for […]

Trea Turner claims ‘no call was ever made’ about WBC opportunity after being a Team USA hero in 2023

Phillies shortstop Trea Turner wanted to make it back with Team USA at the World Baseball Classic. He also made a compelling case after equaling the tournament record and leading his country with five home runs in the 2023 edition as well. But when Team USA announced its roster ahead of this year’s tournament in […]