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Michael Fulmer signs Major League contract with New York Yankees

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 10:24 PM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Michael Fulmer signs Major League contract with New York Yankees

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Michael Fulmer, a former All-Star right-hander for the Detroit Tigers, has signed a Major League contract with the New York Yankees, the team announced on August 26, 2026. Fulmer has been selected to the Yankees' active roster following several roster moves, including placing RHP Fernando Cruz on the injured list. He previously signed minor-league deals with the San Francisco Giants and Los Angeles Angels this season but did not pitch in the majors with either team. The Yankees now add him to bolster their pitching staff amid ongoing roster adjustments.

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•Fulmer was formerly an All-Star with the Detroit Tigers.
•He signed with the Yankees on August 26, 2026.
•Fulmer was previously with the Giants and Angels this season.
•He was selected to the Yankees' active roster immediately upon signing.
•The Yankees made several roster adjustments prior to the announcement.

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10:24 PMYahoo Sports — Former Detroit Tigers All-Star Signs With New York Yankees

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