WHY THE PAUL DEJONG SIGNING IS A "BREAK GLASS" MOVE FOR THE YANKEES
Brian Cashman strikes again! Discover why the Yankees signed Paul DeJong and what it means for the 2026 Spring Training battle.
Sunday morning was rolling along quietly in the baseball world—at least until the Yankees decided to shake things up with a move that just screams “Spring Training depth.”
Jon Heyman from the New York Post broke the news: the Yankees signed veteran utility infielder Paul DeJong to a minor league deal, tossing him an invite to spring training.
If you’re a Yankees fan glued to your phone, hoping for a headline about Cody Bellinger or a big-name starter, seeing DeJong’s name probably feels like getting socks for Christmas. Not thrilling, but hey, someone has to fill out the Triple-A roster. DeJong’s got experience, sure, but with the infield already jammed, he’s got a tough road if he wants to break camp with the big league club.
DeJong’s Bat Hasn’t Helped His Case
Last year, DeJong played 57 games for the Nationals and just couldn’t get much going at the plate. He hit .228 with a .269 on-base and a .373 slugging—a pretty rough line, with six homers and 23 RBIs. The strikeouts piled up too, with a 33.7% rate, and he only walked 5.3% of the time. His wRC+? Just 76, which means he hit 24% worse than the league average. It’s safe to say his days as a regular starter are behind him.
Just Depth for a Packed Infield
DeJong can play all over the infield—second, third, short—but that flexibility doesn’t mean much with the Yankees’ current roster. They already brought back Amed Rosario on a one-year deal to be their main utility guy, and Jose Caballero is around, too. On top of that, Oswaldo Cabrera is healthy again after his ankle injury, so there’s even more competition for a bench spot.
Really, this is your classic “break glass in case of emergency” signing by Brian Cashman. DeJong probably starts the year in Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, mentoring young guys and waiting for the call if injuries start piling up in the Bronx. The Yankees have kept things pretty quiet lately, making a few moves around the edges, but fans are waiting for something bigger before pitchers and catchers show up.
KENDRICK BOURNE REVEALS THE STRICT DISCIPLINE THAT SPARKED THE PATRIOTS' TURNAROUND
Kendrick Bourne speaks out! Discover why he thinks Mike Vrabel is the right fit and why he’s eyeing a 2026 return to the 49ers.
Kendrick Bourne’s path through the NFL has zigzagged all over – some highs, plenty of lows, and now, another fresh start. He took a shot with the Patriots in 2025 after building his reputation with the 49ers. But honestly, that New England chapter ended before it even got going. Bourne didn’t just slip out the back door. He left with a lot to say about what he saw brewing in New England as Mike Vrabel took charge.
Once Vrabel arrived, you didn’t need to listen for rumours about a culture shift; it was obvious. Bourne noticed right away. He’s already got his eyes set on home, back with the 49ers, but even from a distance, he could see the Patriots were heading somewhere new long before their record showed it.
Talking about his exit from New England, Bourne didn’t sugarcoat anything. Losing the job itself wasn’t the hardest part. What stung was watching Vrabel put his stamp on the team, laying down the kind of structure and discipline Bourne knew would eventually pay off. He was blunt; things just felt different under Vrabel compared to before.
He put it like this: “After going through OTAs and camp with Vrabes, you just knew. Nothing against Mayo, but he just wasn’t ready. With Vrabes, the structure was totally different in how we studied, how we met, and just the whole vibe. Honestly, I was sad about it.”
This wasn’t just a guy being bitter. Bourne respected what was happening in New England and genuinely wished he could have been part of it, especially with a Super Bowl push on the horizon. He even admitted he’d wanted to be in that locker room when the Patriots finally made it back to the big stage.
Now he’s back with the 49ers, hoping to stick around. At 30, Bourne wants a new contract in San Francisco. He had a solid 2025, racked up 551 yards, picked up a contract bonus, and gave the offence a spark. The 49ers needed reliable hands, and Bourne delivered. He’s clear: he wants to stay, but only if the deal makes sense for him.
So now, the offseason gets interesting. Bourne knows where he fits best, but he’s still keeping an eye on what’s building in New England. That mix of looking back and chasing what’s next makes this part of his career one to pay attention to.
MRI SCARE: STEVE KERR ADMITS STEPH CURRY’S "NEBULOUS" KNEE MAY REQUIRE SECOND IMAGING
Warriors crisis! Discover why Steph Curry may need another MRI and how Jimmy Butler’s ACL tear shifts GSW to the play-in.
The Warriors have been scrambling since Jimmy Butler went down with that ACL tear. He’s done for the year, and now Stephen Curry has to carry the offence on his own.
Right after the All-Star break, the Warriors are sitting in eighth place out West. That’s already shaky, and now Curry’s dealing with a knee injury too. The team calls it runner's knee; basically, he just needs time to heal. But then Steve Kerr gave an update that didn’t exactly inspire confidence.
Turns out, Curry might need another MRI. He tried to push through a full workout, but his knee just wasn’t right. Now, they’re waiting on imaging to figure out how long he’ll actually be out.
Meanwhile, Kristaps Porzingis still hasn’t suited up for Golden State. If Curry misses significant time, everyone else needs to step up in a big way. The Warriors already have one of the most average offences in the league, 15th at the break. No curry, and things get ugly fast. He’s already missed 16 games this season, and the team went 6-10 without him.
Losing Butler already knocked the Warriors out of serious contention. They’re pretty much locked into the play-in. Unless Curry suddenly goes supernova, it’s hard to see them catching the Thunder or making any real noise out West.
So, what’s next? The front office tried to swing big at the deadline, going after Giannis Antetokounmpo, though who knows if the Bucks ever really considered it. Giannis stayed put, but you can bet the Warriors will chase him again this summer.
If that doesn’t work, they’ll turn to other stars. They know the championship window is closing with Curry still on the roster. He’s still elite, but time’s ticking.
LeBron James even comes up as a possibility. If he declines his player option and hits free agency, maybe he’d team up with Curry for one last run at a ring.
Most likely, though, Golden State will look at trades instead of free agents to try to reload. Curry’s health isn’t what it used to be, and the Warriors know they have to make the most of whatever prime he’s got left.