Yankees express interest in Orioles outfielder Taylor Ward ahead of trade deadline
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 2:59 AM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The New York Yankees are reportedly interested in acquiring Taylor Ward from the Baltimore Orioles as the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline approaches. Ward, currently having a quieter season with seven home runs in 108 games, previously hit 36 home runs in the 2025 season. The Yankees are looking to bolster their outfield, especially with injuries affecting Aaron Judge and Cody Bellinger. Several teams, including the Philadelphia Phillies and Texas Rangers, are also in the mix to land Ward, highlighting his status as a notable trade candidate. The Yankees' pursuit aligns with their ambitions for a strong postseason run.
- •Yankees interested in acquiring Taylor Ward from Orioles.
- •Ward has seven home runs in 108 games this season.
- •He recorded 36 home runs in 2025 with the Angels.
- •Yankees face competition from Phillies and Rangers for Ward.
- •Injuries to key players increase Yankees' need for outfield help.
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- 2:06 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees Linked to Orioles Former 36-Home Run Outfielder
"The New York Yankees need to be watched incredibly closely between now and the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline. With the Yankees currently sporting a 62-48 record and at the top of the American League Wild Card standings, it is clear that they are going to be buyers.The Yankees have a handful of roster needs that […] The post Yankees Linked to Nationals’ 23-Home Run Star Slugger appeared first on HEAVY.
"The New York Yankees are undoubtedly a team to keep an eye on between now and the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline. With the Yankees currently among the top teams in the American League, it is clear that they will be adding to their roster.The Yankees have some roster needs that they should be looking to […] The post Yankees Linked to Orioles Former 36-Home Run Outfielder appeared first on HEAVY.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 2:59 AMYankees Linked to Nationals’ 23-Home Run Star Slugger
The New York Yankees need to be watched incredibly closely between now and the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline. With the Yankees currently sporting a 62-48 record and at the top of the American League Wild Card standings, it is clear that they are going to be buyers.The Yankees have a handful of roster needs that […] The post Yankees Linked to Nationals’ 23-Home Run Star Slugger appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 1, 2026, 2:06 AMYankees Linked to Orioles Former 36-Home Run Outfielder
The New York Yankees are undoubtedly a team to keep an eye on between now and the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline. With the Yankees currently among the top teams in the American League, it is clear that they will be adding to their roster.The Yankees have some roster needs that they should be looking to […] The post Yankees Linked to Orioles Former 36-Home Run Outfielder appeared first on HEAVY.
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