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@chriskirschner.bsky.social

New York Yankees beat writer for The Athletic

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The Views From 314f Weekly Q&A Ep. 2 YouTube video by The Views From 314ft Podcast

Good morning, everyone. @chriskirschner.bsky.social and I will be doing our weekly Q&A on our Views YouTube channel today at noon ET. It is available to everyone. You don’t need to be a Patreon member (but you should subscribe). Here is the link: www.youtube.com/live/ciSqjEt...

18.04.2025 13:30 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Episode 87 - Carlos RodΓ³n is frustrating, and the Yankees must consider the extreme with Marcus Stroman | Views from 314ft - A New York Yankees Podcast Get more from Views from 314ft - A New York Yankees Podcast on Patreon

A new episode of @ViewsFrom314ft is out! @pamsson and I on:

- Frustrations with Carlos RodΓ³n and why I think he can turn it around

- Marcus Stroman's future and his viability as an MLB starter

- Impressions of the offense after 15 games

Join us ⬇️

www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

14.04.2025 18:37 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Views From 314ft Early Season Livestream YouTube video by The Views From 314ft Podcast

Here is the link for our @viewsfrom314ft.com YouTube live Q&A stream. @chriskirschner.bsky.social and I will start answering questions at noon ET. Hope you can join us.

www.youtube.com/live/ANbjgCc...

11.04.2025 14:56 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Ten Yankees stats and numbers you need to know after 10 games Let's look at some early-season trends, including Aaron Judge's brilliance and the emergence of Ben Rice.

10 Yankees stats and numbers you need to know after 10 games, including Ben Rice’s avg. exit velocity, Anthony Volpe’s max exit velocity, team’s avg. fastball velocity, walk percentage, PAs vs. LHP and more ⬇️⬇️⬇️

www.nytimes.com/athletic/626...

08.04.2025 16:06 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Why the Yankees believe they’ve unlocked the secret for a Carlos RodΓ³n breakout After relying for years on just his fastball and slider, the lefty has added multiple pitches to his arsenal.

Why the Yankees believe they’ve unlocked the secret for a Carlos RodΓ³n breakout: "He has the skill to be that ace level pitcher.”

www.nytimes.com/athletic/623...

28.03.2025 01:55 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Very well-done article by @chriskirschner.bsky.social. Talked to a variety of people to get the insight on Jazz and got Jazz to open up -- a lot. (It probably wasn't hard to let Jazz be Jazz in the interview.) A lot of bluntness in here.

26.03.2025 20:52 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Jazz Chisholm felt ostracized when he made it to the majors in Miami.

He believes the situation would have been different if he were White.

Now a Yankee, Chisholm has found a seemingly unlikely space to express himself β€” and blossom.

http://dlvr.it/TJmSl9

26.03.2025 17:31 β€” πŸ‘ 107    πŸ” 15    πŸ’¬ 4    πŸ“Œ 17
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Episode 80 - 5 biggest Yankees questions ahead of Opening Day | Views from 314ft - A New York Yankees Podcast Get more from Views from 314ft - A New York Yankees Podcast on Patreon

A new ep of @viewsfrom314ft.com is out! @pamsson.bsky.social and I break down our five big remaining questions before Opening Day.

- RodΓ³n's outlook
- How much an improved def. will help
- Yanks' 2nd best hitter?
- Steinbrenner's comfort
- Electric on bases?

www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

20.03.2025 17:21 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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All hope isn’t lost for the Yankees, but these 5 players must fill the void It's undeniable that their road to glory has become more challenging, but it's not impossible to believe they can still achieve their goal.

In 2019, the vibes were bleak. It seemed like there was a new injury every day, and yet the Yankees won 103 games.

In 2025, the vibes are bleak. The injury list is already CVS receipt-long.

Not all hope is lost, but these 5 players need to step up.

www.nytimes.com/athletic/619...

11.03.2025 17:59 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Yankees ace Gerrit Cole to undergo Tommy John surgery, miss all of 2025 season It will now be at least a year until Cole gets his next chance to help get a win for the Yankees.

Gerrit Cole will miss the entirety of the 2025 season. It’s a crushing blow to the Yankees’ World Series chances. For Cole, it’s devastating. He’ll lose all of his age-34 season and likely a chunk of his age-35 season.

www.nytimes.com/athletic/619...

10.03.2025 22:23 β€” πŸ‘ 34    πŸ” 6    πŸ’¬ 4    πŸ“Œ 5
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Episode 77 - Gerrit Cole may need Tommy John surgery, and the Yankees' vibes are bleak | Views from 314ft - A New York Yankees Podcast Get more from Views from 314ft - A New York Yankees Podcast on Patreon

A new episode of @viewsfrom314ft.com is out! I am joined by massive Yankees fan @fredkatz.bsky.social to discuss Gerrit Cole's potential TJ, the concerns about their rotation and where they go from here.

Really good conversation. Join us ⬇️

www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

10.03.2025 18:26 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Aaron Boone told YES Network during his in-game interview that Gerrit Cole is meeting with Dr. Neal ElAttrache in California today.

10.03.2025 18:08 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 2
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Episode 76 - George Lombard Jr. won't be with the Yankees this season | Views from 314ft - A New York Yankees Podcast Get more from Views from 314ft - A New York Yankees Podcast on Patreon

A new episode of @viewsfrom314ft.com is out now! Max Goodman joins me to discuss why George Lombard Jr. and Spencer Jones won't be with the Yankees this season, Austin Wells' viability as a leadoff hitter and your questions.

Join us ⬇️

www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

06.03.2025 18:46 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Yankees’ Anthony Volpe is swinging harder than ever. Can he bring that power to the regular season? Volpe is only 3-for-16 in spring training so far, but there are signs of the offensive potential he showed in the minor leagues.

Anthony Volpe is swinging harder than ever. That is not something Volpe is consciously trying to do.

We discussed why this is happening, what he has figured out and his approach going into Year 3.

β€œI feel like I could be a really dangerous player.”

www.nytimes.com/athletic/617...

06.03.2025 13:08 β€” πŸ‘ 18    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Episode 75 - Should the Yankees have traded Luis Gil in the offseason? | Views from 314ft - A New York Yankees Podcast Get more from Views from 314ft - A New York Yankees Podcast on Patreon

A new episode of @viewsfrom314ft.com is out! Max Goodman joins to discuss injuries to Luis Gil and DJ LeMahieu, the outlook for both and what it means for the rest of the roster. We also discuss an interesting hypothetical from the offseason.

Join us ⬇️

www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

03.03.2025 19:53 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Unless Stroman gets traded, not high

03.03.2025 16:04 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Yankees roster projection: Who replaces Giancarlo Stanton, DJ LeMahieu? Here's what the Yankees' Opening Day roster should look like if they don't make any moves in the next few weeks.

There are currently two spots open in the bullpen and possibly two open spots for position players.

Here's who @brendankuty.bsky.social and I project will make the Yankees' Opening Day roster ⬇️

www.nytimes.com/athletic/617...

03.03.2025 14:50 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Episode 74 - Yankees' lineup concerns, Volpe's offensive outlook, and who will make the bullpen? | Views from 314ft - A New York Yankees Podcast Get more from Views from 314ft - A New York Yankees Podcast on Patreon

A new ep. of @viewsfrom314ft.com is out! @garyhphillips.bsky.social pinch hits for @pamsson.bsky.social. We discuss Volpe's outlook, Dominguez's latest defensive miscue, concerns with the lineup sans Stanton, who might make the bullpen and your questions.

Join us ⬇️

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27.02.2025 22:52 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Why the Yankees chose Max Fried as their primary pivot in free agency The team had already talked to the lefty starter a week before Juan Soto made his decision to sign a 15-year contract with the Mets.

Before Matt Blake logged on Zoom in Dec. to meet with Max Fried, he wondered if he was wasting his time.

Fried also knew a partnership may not work, but he became the face of the pivot after Juan Soto.

How Fried was sold on the Yankees ⬇️

www.nytimes.com/athletic/615...

26.02.2025 18:10 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Yankees will no longer play Frank Sinatra’s β€˜New York, New York’ after losses The Yankees played Sinatra’s "That's Life" instead of the usual "New York, New York" on the loudspeakers after Sunday's 4-0 defeat.

The Yankees will no longer play New York New York after losses. There will be a rotating selection of Sinatra songs instead.

More below from @brendankuty.bsky.social and I πŸ”½

www.nytimes.com/athletic/615...

23.02.2025 23:09 β€” πŸ‘ 19    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 11
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Yankees’ Devin Williams requested meeting with owner Hal Steinbrenner over facial hair policy concerns The Yankees amended their facial hair policy after it had been a topic of internal conversation for around 10 years.

Devin Williams went directly to Steinbrenner and Cashman unhappy with the Yankees' facial hair policy.

β€œIt’s not my preference,” he said.

Williams also said if the policy remained, it would have been something he considered in free agency.

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www.nytimes.com/athletic/615...

22.02.2025 17:05 β€” πŸ‘ 19    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 6

Aaron Boone said Chase Hampton underwent Tommy John surgery today. Brutal blow for the Yankees’ No. 2 pitching prospect.

21.02.2025 21:10 β€” πŸ‘ 29    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 6    πŸ“Œ 7
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Episode 72 - Early Yankees spring training impressions | Views from 314ft - A New York Yankees Podcast Get more from Views from 314ft - A New York Yankees Podcast on Patreon

New ep. of @viewsfrom314ft.com is out! @pamsson.bsky.social and I discuss early spring training impressions, reading into the 3B comp, an interesting Boone answer, a less-than-serious outcome for Stroman and your mailbag Q's.

Use code ST2025 for 25% off 1 month ⬇️

www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

20.02.2025 23:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Episode 71 - Giancarlo Stanton is hurt and it doesn't sound great, plus the fallout from Marcus Stroman's absence | Views from 314ft - A New York Yankees Podcast Get more from Views from 314ft - A New York Yankees Podcast on Patreon

A new episode of @viewsfrom314ft.com is out! @pamsson.bsky.social and I discuss Giancarlo Stanton's injury, my conversation with a Dr. about Stanton's prognosis, DH options, why Wells isn't swinging, Jasson's outlook and the fallout of Stroman's absence.

Join us ⬇️

www.patreon.com/posts/episod...

18.02.2025 03:33 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Why the Yankees gave Jasson DomΓ­nguez a special locker inside their clubhouse Expectations for DomΓ­nguez are high and the Yankees hope The Martian's locker is in the back right corner for the next decade-plus.

Why the Yankees gave Jasson DomΓ­nguez a special locker inside their clubhouse

www.nytimes.com/athletic/614...

17.02.2025 23:22 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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Yankees’ Giancarlo Stanton injured, Opening Day status unclear The pain in both of Stanton's arms is "probably something that's chronic," according to Yankees manager Aaron Boone.

Giancarlo Stanton is dealing with β€œsomething akin to tennis elbow” in both elbows. He’s behind schedule and his status for Opening Day is unclear.

More below ⬇️

www.nytimes.com/athletic/614...

16.02.2025 20:33 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 5    πŸ“Œ 2
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Can the Yankees financially compete with the Dodgers, Mets? Brian Cashman answers "Regardless of financial circumstance, the job is to find a way to compete," Cashman said.

Can the Yankees financially compete with the Dodgers, Mets? Brian Cashman answers

www.nytimes.com/athletic/613...

14.02.2025 21:29 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 6
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Yankees’ Marcus Stroman absent from first two days of workouts The Yankees have tried trading Stroman, who's owed $18.33 million this season, this offseason to no avail.

Yankees veteran starting pitcher Marcus Stroman has been absent from team workouts.

"He's in Tampa. He's around," Matt Blake said.

A notable absence.

www.nytimes.com/athletic/613...

13.02.2025 16:47 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Yankees’ Gerrit Cole weighs in on Juan Soto’s megadeal with Mets: β€˜It’s good for the game’ While Cole praised his fellow Boras Corp. client, he also spoke highly of the Yankees' offseason moves following Soto's departure.

Yankees’ Gerrit Cole weighs in on Juan Soto’s megadeal with Mets: β€˜It’s good for the game’

www.nytimes.com/athletic/613...

12.02.2025 22:29 β€” πŸ‘ 20    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 4    πŸ“Œ 0

New podcast episode!

06.02.2025 22:13 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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