The right-handed pitcher has decided to leave the Yankees to join a team in Japan's Professional Baseball League.

Devin Williams signed with the New York Mets, Luke Weaver is a free agent and the Yankees were 23rd in MLB with a collective 4.37 ERA and 19th with a 1.32 WHIP last season; they need a boost in their bullpen, and Kopech is a compelling option.

“The Dutch left-handed pitcher Tijn Fredrikze officially signed with the New York Yankees on the final day of the current international signing period,” Major League Baseball insider Francys Romero reported on X, formerly Twitter. “At 18, several scouts believe he has a chance to develop his velocity (88-91 MPH) and secondary pitches.”

The New York Yankees are one of five clubs on Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte’s no-trade list.

The Yankees may have found their first baseman of the future with an under-the-radar free agent signing Friday.

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone opened the door to another injury list stint for the $325 million slugger.

As the Yankees continue configuring their roster for the 2026 season, New York is eyeing star free agent pitcher Tatsuya Imai.

New York Yankees star Anthony Volpe got major news on his future with the team after a latest offseason prediction.

For the second time this offseason, the Mets have signed a former Yankees closer to add to the back of their bullpen. Luke Weaver has agreed to a two-year deal in free agency worth $22 million with the Mets.