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Yankees Re-sign Ryan Yarbrough for 2026 Season

11/18/2025

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Summary

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The New York Yankees re-signed left-handed pitcher Ryan Yarbrough to a one-year contract worth $2.5 million, plus up to $250,000 in bonuses.
He turns 34 in December and posted a 4.36 ERA over 64 innings last season as a starter and reliever.
Ahead of the 2026 season, the Yankees lack Gerrit Cole, Carlos Rodón, and Clarke Schmidt, so Yarbrough could fill a rotation or bullpen role.

History

Historical Context

The New York Yankees won their 27th World Series title in 2009, defeating the Philadelphia Phillies 4-2. This victory marked their first championship in the new Yankee Stadium, which opened that year. The Yankees' success was bolstered by key players like Hideki Matsui, who was named MVP, and significant financial investments, generating over $400 million in revenue, underscoring their dominance in Major League Baseball.

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Story summary

The New York Yankees re-signed left-handed pitcher Ryan Yarbrough to a one-year contract worth $2.5 million, plus up to $250,000 in bonuses.
He turns 34 in December and posted a 4.36 ERA over 64 innings last season as a starter and reliever.
Ahead of the 2026 season, the Yankees lack Gerrit Cole, Carlos Rodón, and Clarke Schmidt, so Yarbrough could fill a rotation or bullpen role.

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