Yankees bolster infield depth by signing former Braves slugger

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes expressed frustration over rumors suggesting he wants to be traded to the New York Yankees, stating that these claims are false. Skenes emphasized his commitment to the Pirates and his desire to achieve success with the team.

Rangers head coach Danny Rohl believes the team is progressing positively, despite acknowledging the need to eliminate 'old habits.' Since taking over from Russell Martin, Rohl has secured three victories in six matches. The team is set to face Braga at Ibrox in the Europa League, following recent defeats to Bergen and Roma.

Trent Grisham has signed a qualifying offer to return to the New York Yankees for the 2026 season. The decision comes as the Yankees also added three prospects to their 40-man roster, indicating a focus on strengthening their team for the upcoming season. Additionally, pitcher Imai has been posted, suggesting further roster changes may be on the horizon.

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes, who recently won his second Cy Young award, expressed frustration over trade rumors linking him to the New York Yankees. Despite the speculation, Skenes remains committed to the Pirates, focusing on achieving success with the team. He has moved past the initial annoyance caused by the rumors and is now concentrating on his performance in Pittsburgh, where the team has struggled to win during his tenure.

Cade Smith, Bryce Cunningham, and Enmanuel Tejeda were standout players representing the New York Yankees in the 2025 Arizona Fall League (AFL). Their performances highlighted the Yankees' talent pool and potential for future contributions to the major league team. The AFL serves as a platform for young players to showcase their skills and gain valuable experience in a competitive environment.

Norwich City has appointed Philippe Clement as their new head coach, following the departure of Liam Manning. Clement, who previously managed Rangers, takes over at Carrow Road as the Canaries look to improve their performance in the league. The decision comes after a period of underperformance, and the club aims to revitalize its strategy under Clement's leadership.

Philippe Clement has returned to management with Norwich City, nine months after being dismissed from Rangers. The Belgian manager expressed excitement about this new opportunity. Clement was let go from Rangers in February when the team was trailing Celtic by 13 points in the Premiership and had been eliminated from the Scottish Cup by Queen's Park. He has signed a three-and-a-half year contract to replace Liam Manning, as Norwich currently sits second from the bottom in the English Championship with only nine points from 15 matches.