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Yankees’ Youth Takes Over in 5-4 Victory Over Braves
sports17 days ago

Yankees’ Youth Takes Over in 5-4 Victory Over Braves

On Old-Timers’ Day, the Yankees leaned on their rising stars—George Lombard Jr., Spencer Jones, and Ben Rice—to beat the Braves 5-4. Spencer Jones hit his first career triple to brings Lombard Jr. in, Lombard Jr. added an insurance homer, and Gerrit Cole worked seven strong innings with nine strikeouts (notching his 1,000th Yankee strikeout) as Ronald Acuña Jr. supplied late pressure before Drake Baldwin closed it out in the ninth.

Spencer Jones shines, but Cubs rally late to beat Yankees
sports23 days ago

Spencer Jones shines, but Cubs rally late to beat Yankees

Spencer Jones delivered a multi-hit day including a homer for New York, but the Yankees’ bullpen couldn’t hold a late lead as the Cubs rallied to win 5-2 and even the series. Nico Hoerner’s homer against a tired bullpen tied the game, PCA contributed offensively for Chicago, and the Yankees’ ABS challenges drew criticism as they head into Gerrit Cole’s next start with a patchy offense and a precarious series outlook.

Nuggets Move to Second Apron After Matching Spencer Jones Deal
sports1 month ago

Nuggets Move to Second Apron After Matching Spencer Jones Deal

Denver matched Oklahoma City’s two-year, $12 million offer sheet for Spencer Jones, keeping the restricted free agent and triggering a $68 million luxury-tax hit that puts the Nuggets in the league’s second tax apron. With cap constraints limiting moves, Denver is eyeing a deal for restricted free agent Peyton Watson (possible sign-and-trade) while Jones, who played 64 games as a rookie, averaged 5.5 PPG and 3.3 RPG and contributed in the postseason, supplying depth during injuries.

LeBron Watch: Wolves Kick Off Free Agency as Grimes Heads to Lakers; Bulls Target Powell and Strus
sports1 month ago

LeBron Watch: Wolves Kick Off Free Agency as Grimes Heads to Lakers; Bulls Target Powell and Strus

NBA free-agent chatter centers on LeBron James, with the Timberwolves signaling interest but limited cap space, while Quentin Grimes isn’t returning to the 76ers and is viewed as Lakers’ target; Nuggets forward Spencer Jones is negotiating a deal richer than his earlier offer, and the Bulls are pursuing Norman Powell and eye Max Strus in talks with the Cavaliers, who have also explored Strus as a potential move.

Jones Makes MLB Debut as Yankees Ease Prospect In
sports3 months ago

Jones Makes MLB Debut as Yankees Ease Prospect In

Spencer Jones debuted for the New York Yankees as the designated hitter after Jasson Domínguez was sidelined by an AC joint injury, going 0-for-2 with a walk against Jacob Misiorowski. Aaron Boone said Jones would be eased into the majors with a focus on solid at-bats and eventual defensive work, highlighting the high-profile, polarizing nature of Jones’ prospect profile. The piece also notes Luis Gil being placed on the minor-league IL with shoulder inflammation and touches on Jones’ power-speed-defense scouting comparison to Munetaka Murakami, framing the debut within a broader view of Yankee forward momentum.

Yankees Promote Spencer Jones, Call Up Kervin Castro to Strengthen Bullpen
sports3 months ago

Yankees Promote Spencer Jones, Call Up Kervin Castro to Strengthen Bullpen

New York promoted top outfield prospect Spencer Jones to the majors after injuries thinned the outfield, and recalled right-hander Kervin Castro from Scranton to bolster the bullpen; Brendan Beck is expected to be sent back to Scranton to remain stretched out as a starter. Jones has shown thump and improving contact this spring, posting a .258/.366/.592 line with 11 homers in 33 games, while Castro brings MLB experience and a 3.14 ERA in 14.1 innings at Scranton this season, and the moves expand the 40-man roster as the Yankees juggle lineup and bullpen needs.

Yankees Call Up Spencer Jones for MLB Debut Amid Domínguez Injury
sports3 months ago

Yankees Call Up Spencer Jones for MLB Debut Amid Domínguez Injury

The New York Yankees are promoting Triple-A slugger Spencer Jones to the majors for his MLB debut after outfielder Jasson Domínguez was placed on the injured list following a collision; Jones has a .958 OPS with 11 home runs and 41 RBIs in Triple-A this season and has been working to reduce swing-and-miss, potentially filling an outfield role against right-handed pitching while Domínguez and Giancarlo Stanton are sidelined.

Yankees call up Spencer Jones as Domínguez lands on IL after wall collision
sports3 months ago

Yankees call up Spencer Jones as Domínguez lands on IL after wall collision

New York is promoting outfield prospect Spencer Jones to replace the injured Jasson Domínguez, who left Thursday’s game with a left AC sprain and is in concussion protocol. Domínguez will be placed on the injured list for a few weeks. Jones, the club’s 2022 first-round pick, is hitting .258/.366/.592 with 11 homers in 33 Triple-A games and has a six-homer binge across eight games, making him a likely replacement option if the Yankees need a jolt in the lineup.

Yankees Promote Spencer Jones as Domínguez Goes on IL
sports3 months ago

Yankees Promote Spencer Jones as Domínguez Goes on IL

The Yankees recalled outfielder Spencer Jones to fill Jasson Domínguez's roster spot after Domínguez left Monday's game and was placed on the injured list with a left shoulder sprain; Domínguez will miss weeks, while Jones—a power-first, high-strikeout prospect—gets a major-league look as New York, 26-12, navigates injuries. Jones was added to the 40-man roster in November and can be optioned back if he struggles.