Ryan Schultz, Author at The Lead

Sep 29, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees designated hitter Ben Rice (22) and outfielder Trent Grisham (12) celebrate after defeating the Boston Red Sox in game one of the Wildcard round for the 2026 MLB Playoffs at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

What’s the New York Yankees Path to Dethroning the Rays?

For just the second time, the New York Yankees will meet the Tampa Bay Rays in the playoffs. Coming off a decisive Wild...

Ryan SchultzOctober 2, 2026

Sep 22, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees injured right fielder Aaron Judge (99) watches from the dugout during the third inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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Aaron Judge Injury Creates Major Dilemma for Wild Card Series

For a team whose championship aspirations have hung in the balance with their captain’s return, the Yankees’ latest updates have seemingly confused many...

Ryan SchultzSeptember 24, 2026

Sep 1, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA; New York Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole (45) is relieved against the Los Angeles Angels during the sixth inning at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

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Time Is Running Out for the Yankees To Fix Gerrit Cole

The New York Yankees’ $324 million ace, Gerrit Cole, is going through one of the worst stretches of his career at the most...

Ryan SchultzSeptember 17, 2026

Sep 8, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees right fielder Aaron Judge (99) runs off the field after the top of the third inning against the Colorado Rockies at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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Can the Yankees Count on Aaron Judge to Save Their Season?

After 99 days on the injured list, Aaron Judge has been activated for his return to the New York Yankees. For three agonizing...

Ryan SchultzSeptember 9, 2026

Aug 29, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees relief pitcher Tim Hill (41) pitches against the Boston Red Sox during the seventh inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

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New York Yankees Front Office Pushed the Bullpen to Their Breaking Point

The trade deadline was underwhelming for the Yankees. Failure to land a catcher was thought to be the biggest mistake, but it’s now...

Ryan SchultzAugust 31, 2026

Aug 9, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees shortstop George Lombard Jr. (96) at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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George Lombard Jr. Can Be the Next Great Yankees Shortstop

It has been over 4,300 days since Derek Jeter donned the Yankee pinstripes. In the decade-plus since, the Yankees have penciled in 22...

Ryan SchultzAugust 24, 2026

Aug 5, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees center fielder Trent Grisham (12) catches a line drive by St. Louis Cardinals second baseman Cesar Prieto (not pictured) during the third inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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It’s Time for the Yankees to Alter Trent Grisham’s Role

The New York Yankees need to rethink how they are using Trent Grisham. As it stands, he is the everyday leadoff hitter and...

Ryan SchultzAugust 15, 2026

Jul 17, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees catcher Austin Wells (28) reacts after striking out during the third inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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Yankees Will Regret Not Addressing Catcher Crisis at Trade Deadline

The New York Yankees made it no secret that they were in the market for a new catcher at the trade deadline. It...

Ryan SchultzAugust 7, 2026

Jul 22, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees right fielder Jasson Domínguez (24) reacts after hitting an RBI double against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the seventh inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

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The Yankees Have Failed Jasson Domínguez and Spencer Jones

The New York Yankees have been inconsistent in building homegrown stars for years. The recent handling of their touted outfield prospects is just...

Ryan SchultzJuly 27, 2026

Mar 25, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; San Francisco Giants second baseman Luis Arraez (1) reacts in front of New York Yankees infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. (13) after turning a double play in the seventh inning at Oracle Park. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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Should the Yankees Consider Trading Jazz Chisholm Jr.?

As the MLB trade deadline inches closer, the New York Yankees will be searching for reinforcements to complete their quest for a 28th...

Ryan SchultzJuly 17, 2026

Jun 5, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees right fielder Aaron Judge (99) looks out from the dugout during the eighth inning against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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The Yankees Can’t Keep Waiting for Aaron Judge to Save Them

For years, the Yankees have survived by leaning entirely on Aaron Judge. When Judge is healthy, there are a few players in baseball...

Ryan SchultzJuly 8, 2026

Jun 30, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) follows through on a pitch against the New York Yankees during the first inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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Should the Yankees Empty the Farm System for a Tarik Skubal Trade?

It’s not every trade deadline that a back-to-back Cy Young winner is available. As Detroit’s season continues to derail, it’s becoming more likely...

Ryan SchultzJuly 2, 2026

Jun 24, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; New York Yankees first baseman Paul Goldschmidt (48) celebrates in the dugout after hitting a solo home run against the Detroit Tigers in the first inning at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images

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Paul Goldschmidt Turned Back the Clock to Save Injured Yankees Offense

Baseball rarely offers a second act to aging players. At 38 years old and coming off the least productive season of his career,...

Ryan SchultzJune 25, 2026

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The Anthony Volpe Experiment as Yankees Shortstop Is Over

It was just four seasons ago that Anthony Volpe won the battle to be the next shortstop for the New York Yankees. He...

Ryan SchultzJune 17, 2026