Yankees veteran Amed Rosario faces roster decision ahead of playoffs

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 11:47 PM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Yankees veteran Amed Rosario faces roster decision ahead of playoffs
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As the MLB playoffs approach, the New York Yankees are weighing roster decisions with key players returning from injuries. Cody Bellinger, Aaron Judge, and Giancarlo Stanton are expected back, which could put infielder Amed Rosario's spot on the team at risk, per reports. Rosario, who signed a one-year, $2.5 million contract, has struggled this season with a.228 batting average, 10 home runs, and 28 RBIs in 71 games. Manager Aaron Boone comments on Aaron Judge's recovery from a rib injury, indicating he is progressing but has not yet resumed full baseball activities. The Yankees may decide on Rosario's future leading up to the September 1 roster expansion deadline.

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  • Cody Bellinger, Aaron Judge, and Giancarlo Stanton near returns.
  • Amed Rosario's batting average sits at.228 for 2026.
  • Yankees face tough roster choices with player returns imminent.
  • Aaron Boone updates on Judge's rehabilitation progress.
  • September 1 marks roster expansion for the Yankees.
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The latest Yankees news and rumors spells bad news for one of the team's veterans as the MLB playoffs nears. The post Yankees $24 Million Vet in Danger of Being Cut Before MLB Playoffs: Insider appeared first on HEAVY.

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