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Pete Caldera

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Bergen Record/USA Today Network baseball writer. Occasional band vocalist, Stan Rubin Orchestra in old Manhattan. Finished 25,735th at the 2019 NYC Marathon.

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Joined June 2009
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This week, Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner clarified a private equity firm’s recent stake in the organization… northjersey.com/story/sports…
What Hal Steinbrenner revealed about Yankees' future with the family

What Hal Steinbrenner revealed about Yankees' future with the family

A private equity firm's recent partnership, with a massive cash infusion, does not foretell a sale of the Yankees, per Hal Steinbrenner.

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Giancarlo Stanton's uncertain Yankees status entering 2027… northjersey.com/story/sports…
Will Giancarlo Stanton play for Yankees in 2027? What they're saying

Will Giancarlo Stanton play for Yankees in 2027? What they're saying

The oft-injured Yankees slugging DH Giancarlo Stanton is entering the final guaranteed year of a monstrous long-term contract.

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An anticipated Yankees postscript to 2026, an unsatisfactory response… northjersey.com/story/sports…
Why Yankees fans who wanted change won't like Hal Steinbrenner's plans

Why Yankees fans who wanted change won't like Hal Steinbrenner's plans

Nothing said by Hal Steinbrenner, Brian Cashman or Aaron Boone will satisfy a fan base still waiting for a title since 2009.

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Aaron Boone returning as Yankees manager for 2027… northjersey.com/story/sports…
Aaron Boone returning as Yankees manager for 2027 | Exclusive

Aaron Boone returning as Yankees manager for 2027 | Exclusive

According to league source, Aaron Boone will be back as the Yankees manager for the 2027 season. It is currently the final year of his contract.

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Aaron Boone is returning as Yankees mgr in 2027, per MLB executive source. Next season is the final guaranteed year of his current contract.
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While we wait… northjersey.com/story/sports…
The 8 Yankees questions Brian Cashman must answer this offseason

The 8 Yankees questions Brian Cashman must answer this offseason

These are among the biggest questions revolving around Yankees Universe as the World Series begins elsewhere later this week.

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While we wait… northjersey.com/story/sports…
Yankees keep betting on Aaron Boone, but should 2027 be different?

Yankees keep betting on Aaron Boone, but should 2027 be different?

Aaron Boone deserves credit for the Yankees' consistency, but nine years into his tenure, postseason shortcomings are defining his legacy.

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Final grades… northjersey.com/story/sports…
Our Yankees grades are in for every player after 2026 season

Our Yankees grades are in for every player after 2026 season

Grading all 2026 New York Yankees players, including postseason after another disappointing ouster.

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While MLB’s Final Four plays on without the Yankees… northjersey.com/story/sports…
Should these 9 Yankees players stay or go? Our verdicts are in

Should these 9 Yankees players stay or go? Our verdicts are in

Making the call on whether these nine Yankees should return, or not, for the 2027 season.

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An early winter in the Bronx… northjersey.com/story/sports…
Ranking the Yankees' top 5 offseason questions and what comes next

Ranking the Yankees' top 5 offseason questions and what comes next

From roster upgrades to free-agent choices, here are the Yankees' top offseason priorities and biggest decisions.

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Another rinse, repeat October as Aaron Boone's Yankees bow out vs Rays… northjersey.com/story/sports…
Rinse and repeat October as Aaron Boone's Yankees bow out early again

Rinse and repeat October as Aaron Boone's Yankees bow out early again

Yankees captain Aaron Judge delivered a pointed message about the club's direction, after being swept by the Rays in the AL Division Series.

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A bitter end… northjersey.com/story/sports…
What went wrong as Yankees' season ends with ALDS sweep by Rays

What went wrong as Yankees' season ends with ALDS sweep by Rays

The Yankees’ season is over. From missed opportunities to recurring concerns, what stood out in their ALDS loss.

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Injured Yankees captain Aaron Judge introduced before ALDS Game 3.
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Mr. October in the building tonight.
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Boone on swapping out Jazz & McMahon for Volpe & Caballero: “Felt like it was the right thing to do tonight” after Game 2. Did not consider Goldschmidt for Garcia Jr at 1st base. Feels that Grisham, elevated to leadoff, provides more on-base element ahead of Rice.
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Caballero & Volpe in, Jazz & McMahon out… northjersey.com/story/sports…
Yankees make Game 3 lineup changes vs Rays as they try to avoid ALDS sweep

Yankees make Game 3 lineup changes vs Rays as they try to avoid ALDS sweep

Yankees manager Aaron Boone has made some alterations to his lineup entering this must-win ALDS Game 3 against the Rays at Yankee Stadium.

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Beautiful early fall day in the Bronx. Division Series Game 3 1st pitch at 8 pm tonight.
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3 Yankees who could impact ALDS Game 3… northjersey.com/story/sports…
Three Yankees who could swing ALDS Game 3 in their direction vs Rays

Three Yankees who could swing ALDS Game 3 in their direction vs Rays

With the Yankees facing elimination Wednesday night in Game 3 of the AL Division Series, the best-of-five against the Rays switches to Yankee Stadium.

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Yankees needed to play with urgency vs Rays… northjersey.com/story/sports…
Yankees needed to play with urgency vs Rays. Now they'll play to survive

Yankees needed to play with urgency vs Rays. Now they'll play to survive

Three first-inning errors and a pressurized four-run, fifth inning by the Rays doomed the Yankees in a 5-2 loss at Tampa Bay in Division Series Game 2.

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Yankees’ ugly ALDS Game 2 loss… northjersey.com/story/sports…
Four observations as Yankees now face elimination with ALDS Game 2 loss

Four observations as Yankees now face elimination with ALDS Game 2 loss

The Yankees are one loss from elimination. Four key observations and takeaways from their ALDS Game 2 loss to the Rays.

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