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Chris Kirschner
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New York Yankees beat writer for The Athletic
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News with @ken-rosenthal.bsky.social: The Yankees are talking to the Miami Marlins about a potential trade for starting pitcher Edward Cabrera. Brian Cashman said last month that he would "love" to add another starter.

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Yankees have interest in Marlins’ Edward Cabrera: Sources
The Yankees are also looking into acquiring Milwaukee's Freddy Peralta as they look to add at least one more starting pitcher.
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January 4, 2026 at 5:51 PM
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The Yankees have expressed “genuine” interest in Luke Weaver, who has had roughly 10 teams check in on him this offseason, according to a league source. Weaver is interested in a reunion.

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Luke Weaver’s free agency: Where does reliever stand and will he reunite with Yankees?
A league source said the Yankees have expressed "genuine" interest in re-signing Weaver, who is one of the top available relievers.
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December 16, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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Amed Rosario is back with the Yankees. He figures to be a platoon partner with Ryan McMahon at third base.

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Yankees re-sign Amed Rosario to 1-year, $2.5 million contract: Source
Amed Rosario posted a 125 wRC+ against lefties last season. The Yankees could use him as a platoon option at third base with Ryan McMahon.
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December 13, 2025 at 6:59 PM
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Spoke with an orthopedic surgeon about Anthony Volpe's surgery. The big takeaway is that what happened immediately after the cortisone injections probably indicates how much his shoulder affected his 2025 season.

But that also means excuses are now over.

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Why Anthony Volpe’s shoulder surgery signals end of excuses on Yankees shortstop’s future
There are reasons for optimism Volpe could return as an improved player, according to an orthopedic surgeon. But who is that player?
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October 22, 2025 at 4:15 PM
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Yankees have made two coaching changes to Aaron Boone's staff: Longtime bullpen coach Mike Harkey and first base coach Travis Chapman are out. More changes could come.

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Yankees make 2 coaching changes to Aaron Boone’s staff: Source
Mike Harkey had been the Yankees' longest tenured coach and was a favorite among players. Travis Chapman held numerous roles in the org.
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October 14, 2025 at 11:37 PM
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A 10-step plan for the Yankees to get back to the WS in 2026:

- Why Kyle Tucker should be the priority and how it's connected to Aaron Judge
- SS competition, at minimum
- Role change for current SP
- More flamethrowers

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Ten steps the Yankees should take to return to the World Series in 2026
The Yankees don't need a complete makeover, but they do need reinforcements. Here are key moves they should make this offseason.
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October 13, 2025 at 3:35 PM
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A Red Sox vs Yankees wild-card preview with @chriskirschner.bsky.social

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Yankees, Red Sox to rekindle rivalry in AL Wild-Card Series: First look
The once-fierce rivalry between the Yankees and Red Sox has cooled in recent years, but that could be about to change.
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September 28, 2025 at 10:20 PM
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A new episode of Views from 314ft is out! Randy and I discuss:

- The AL East race intensifies
- Aaron Judge vs. Cal Raleigh for MVP. Is Judge now being overlooked?
- Max Fried's season
- G3 starter
- Mailbag

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Episode 134 - The AL East race and the Aaron Judge vs. Cal Raleigh MVP debate intensifies | Views from 314ft - A New York Yankees Podcast
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September 25, 2025 at 6:49 PM
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Luis Gil has a 3.29 ERA. But the Yankees know it doesn’t tell the full story. It’s why signs point to him not being the team’s third starter in Oct.

“Is this sustainable? I think it’s probably not. The surface-level ERA is probably a little bit lucky.”

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Will Luis Gil be Yankees’ third starter in playoffs? Why the signs point to no
Gil appears to face an uphill battle. "When you look at it, like, is this sustainable?" Yankees pitching coach Matt Blake said.
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September 25, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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“This October, we’re coming to prove a point.”

The Yankees’ postgame celebration wasn’t as wild as it’s been in the past because they have much bigger goals than simply clinching a postseason berth.

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Inside Yankees’ playoff-clinching celebration: ‘This October, we’re coming to prove a point’
The Yankees' champagne showers were not as wild as they were when they won the AL last season. They say they have unfinished business.
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September 24, 2025 at 4:57 AM
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A new episode of @viewsfrom314ft.com is out! @pamsson.bsky.social and I discuss:

- The loss of my dog
- Who the G3/G4 starters would be?
- Major Luis Gil concerns
- Why Judge is the MVP
- Williams, Doval 📈 Weaver 📉
- Interesting mailbag questions

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Episode 132 - Does anyone want to be the Yankees' No. 3 starter in the postseason? | Views from 314ft - A New York Yankees Podcast
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September 18, 2025 at 9:44 PM
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A new episode of @viewsfrom314ft.com is out now! @pamsson.bsky.social and I on:

- Why are the 2025 Yankees so frustrating?
- How concerned should fans be about the bullpen?
- Volpe's shoulder
- Judge's recent offense
- Mailbag

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Episode 130 - Why are the 2025 Yankees so frustrating to watch? | Views from 314ft - A New York Yankees Podcast
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September 11, 2025 at 8:13 PM
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A new episode of @viewsfrom314ft.com is out! @pamsson.bsky.social and I on:

- Creative cuts
- The Yankees winning a critical series
- Who should be a potential G3 starter?
- Judge vs. Stanton in RF
- Judge/Boone vs. the media
- And more

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Episode 129 - The Yankees are back in the AL East race | Views from 314ft - A New York Yankees Podcast
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September 8, 2025 at 7:43 PM
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The Yankees won another game by picking up an opponent tipping their pitches. This time, it was Max Scherzer.

“It was pretty obvious. You know, guys at first don’t typically flap their arms like that.”

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September 7, 2025 at 10:14 PM
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A new episode of @viewsfrom314ft.com is out! @pamsson.bsky.social and I discuss:

- Awful umpiring in Houston
- A huge series win against the Astros
- Fried and Rodón came through
- Grisham's brilliance
- Volpe's series
- Toronto preview
- Mailbag

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Episode 128 - Yankees defeat the Astros and the umpires in series win before Toronto arrives to town | Views from 314ft - A New York Yankees Podcast
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September 5, 2025 at 5:19 PM
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Two years ago, Cam Schlittler averaged 89 to 90 mph in the FCL. Today, only six starters are throwing a faster average fastball than him.

How Schlittler became the “most holistic success story” starts with a frame analysis and motion capture cameras ⬇️

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How Cam Schlittler became the Yankees’ ‘most holistic success story’ in years
Inside the 24-year-old righty's "uncommon" rise, from seventh-round draft pick to surprise rookie standout to, possibly, postseason starter.
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September 5, 2025 at 5:17 PM
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NEW EPISODE of Katz and Shoot, discussing the art of beat writing with @chriskirschner.bsky.social.

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September 3, 2025 at 1:51 PM
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‪A new episode of @viewsfrom314ft.com is out!
@pamsson.bsky.social and I on:

- A series win in Chicago
- Schlittler 📈📈📈
- The Sept. gauntlet is here. Which team will show up?
- Thoughts on the Yanks dressing like cowboys
- And more

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Episode 127 - The Yankees’ final gauntlet is here. Which team will show up? | Views from 314ft - A New York Yankees Podcast
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September 1, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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Cam Schlittler’s rise has been so fast that the Yankees would feel comfortable starting him in October.

“I think the moment is not too big for him. He knows that he can pitch in the strike zone, which is a big part of it.”

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Yankees would trust Cam Schlittler as postseason starter: ‘The moment is not too big for him’
Schlittler's 1.60 ERA in August is the lowest ERA by a Yankee starter with at least five starts since Ron Guidry in 1978.
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August 31, 2025 at 5:02 AM
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Cam Schlittler’s rise has been so fast that the Yankees would feel comfortable starting him in October.

“I think the moment is not too big for him. He knows that he can pitch in the strike zone, which is a big part of it.”

www.nytimes.com/athletic/658...
Yankees would trust Cam Schlittler as postseason starter: ‘The moment is not too big for him’
Schlittler's 1.60 ERA in August is the lowest ERA by a Yankee starter with at least five starts since Ron Guidry in 1978.
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August 31, 2025 at 5:02 AM
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Many have wondered if Anthony Volpe would benefit from a AAA stint to get away from the noise and work through his struggles, so I talked with Boone about that.

“What planet does that guy get sent down that’s a shortstop? I don’t know that planet.”

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August 29, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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Aaron Boone on Devin Williams: "I got a ton of confidence in what he's bringing to the table every night he walks out there. ... He's been dominant most of the season in and around some struggles. I feel like he's in a great place right now and obviously a huge part of what we're doing down there."
August 29, 2025 at 3:26 AM
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Jazz Chisholm Jr.: "I don't think we're going to be satisfied coming in second or third in the division. That would be even more upsetting than losing the World Series. Right now, we're going to go out there and win (the division) and then we're going to go win the World Series."
August 29, 2025 at 3:17 AM
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As of now, the plan is to use Ryan Yarbrough out of the bullpen when he returns, Boone said.
August 28, 2025 at 10:16 PM
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Jonathan Loáisiga will miss the rest of the season with a flexor strain, Aaron Boone said.

He does not need surgery, so a positive there.
August 28, 2025 at 10:09 PM