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Grant Young

Grant Young

Joined: Jun 12, 2024

Grant Young covers the New York Yankees, the New York Mets, and Women’s Basketball for Sports Illustrated’s ‘On SI’ sites. He holds an MFA degree in creative writing from the University of San Francisco, where he also played Division 1 baseball for five years. He believes Mark Teixeira should have been a first ballot MLB Hall of Fame inductee.

Sep 6, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; New York Yankees outfielder Juan Soto (22) singles against the Chicago Cubs during the third inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
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Yankees' Juan Soto 'Right There in Front of' NL Team in Free Agency

One National League team would seem to have a direct line at acquiring Juan Soto this winter.

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Aug 4, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Corbin Burnes (39) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Dermer-Imagn Images
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Here's Why the Yankees Might Pursue Corbin Burnes This Offseason

Don't count out the New York Yankees when it comes to signing Corbin Burnes in free agency.

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Sep 8, 2023; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe (11) tries to tag Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Willy Adames (27) at second base in the seventh inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
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Yankees Listed Among Top Destinations For Star Free Agent

The New York Yankees have been deemed a top landing spot for an elite free agent infielder.

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May 7, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander (35) pitches in the first inning against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
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Could Yankees Sign Future Hall of Famer in Free Agency?

The New York Yankees have been predicted to sign a surefire future MLB Hall of Famer in free agency this offseason.

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Jun 28, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; New York Yankees second base Gleyber Torres (25) celebrates after hitting a home run against the Toronto Blue Jays during the sixth inning at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images
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Gleyber Torres Signing With AL East Team is a 'Possibility', Per Insider

Longtime New York Yankees second baseman Gleyber Torres could be suiting up for another AL East team next season.

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Sep 14, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees right fielder Juan Soto (22) reacts after hitting a single against the Boston Red Sox during the third inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Insider Calls Yankees' Dreaded Rival 'Legit' Player in Juan Soto Sweepstakes

The New York Yankees' arch-rivals are an undeniable threat to sign superstar Juan Soto this winter.

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Aug 14, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; A detailed view of a New York Yankees hat and glove on the bench against the Atlanta Braves in the third inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
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Yankees 'Want' Silver Slugger Winner If They Lose Juan Soto, Per Insider

The New York Yankees have a clear next-best free agency option if they don't re-sign Juan Soto this winter.

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Jul 12, 2020; Bronx, New York, United States; A view of the New York Yankees logo and seat number of an empty seat during a simulated game during summer camp workouts at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
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Yankees' Rumored Free Target Predicted to Land With Rival

The New York Yankees will be competing with their biggest rival to sign one of baseball's most intriguing free agents this offseason.

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Aug 4, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees right fielder Juan Soto (22) double during the eighth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
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Insider Reveals AL Team 'Could Pay Spoiler' in Yankees' Pursuit of Juan Soto

The New York Yankees have to be worried about one AL team swooping in and signing Juan Soto this offseason.

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Oct 25, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; New York Yankees relief pitcher Clay Holmes (35) walks to the dugout in the seventh inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers during game one of the 2024 MLB World Series at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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Key Yankees Reliever Predicted to Sign With Divisional Foe

Former New York Yankees closer Clay Holmes could be headed to another AL East team in free agency.

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Oct 9, 2018; Bronx, NY, USA; New York Yankees relief pitcher David Robertson (30) pitches during the sixth inning against the Boston Red Sox in game four of the 2018 ALDS playoff baseball series at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
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Could Yankees Reunite With Fan Favorite Reliever in Free Agency?

The New York Yankees could sign a reliever who has over 500 appearances with them in his career this offseason.

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Jun 5, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton (27) is tagged out by Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa (4) at second base during the fifth inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
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Yankees Urged to Test Trade Waters For Top Infielder

Could the New York Yankees trade for one of the sport's best shortstops this offseason? One member of the media thinks so.

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