Kevin Armstrong

New York, United States

Reporter, The Star-Ledger/NJ.com; Executive Producer, “Killer Inside: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez,” a Netflix Original Documentary Series; [email protected]

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'Critical mistake' costs Yankees as long ball continues to haunt Rodon

1 week ago | nj.com | Kevin Armstrong

NEW YORK — Yankees starter Carlos Rodon executed swing-and-miss pitches and held the Giants to a solo home run across five innings on Sunday afternoon. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.
Warming up: Jazz Chisholm breaks out of slump with home run off Giants

1 week ago | nj.com | Kevin Armstrong

NEW YORK — To warm up amid the wintry weather of the last week, Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm has rubbed himself with vaseline, spent time in hot tubs before first pitch and worn layers of clothes, including a hoodie. “It has been the worst for me,” he said after the Yankees’ 5-4 loss to the Giants Sunday. “I’m from the Bahamas, used to warm weather, and I mean that is probably the coldest I’ve ever played in this past week.
Carlos Rodon, Yankees fail to hold lead, watch Giants rally for win

1 week ago | nj.com | Kevin Armstrong

New York Yankees' J.C. Escarra hits a double leading Jasson Domínguez to score during the second inning of a baseball game Sunday, April 13, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith)APIf you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.
Marcus Stroman gets good news from MRI, cortisone shot to combat swelling

1 week ago | nj.com | Kevin Armstrong

NEW YORK — After Yankees pitcher Marcus Stroman complained of discomfort in his left knee Friday night, he received a cortisone shot and the MRI came back clean. “Hopefully get him ramped up pretty quick and it’s something that helps him moving forward,” Yankees manager Aaron Boone said before Sunday’s game against the Giants. The Yankees placed Stroman on the 15-day injured list Saturday with left knee inflammation.
Yankees manager Aaron Boone calling on all arms amid rocky start

1 week ago | nj.com | Kevin Armstrong

NEW YORK – It wasn’t just the driving rain in the cold that concerned Yankees manager Aaron Boone during the sixth inning of Friday night’s 9-1 loss to the Giants. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.
After rain delay, Giants walk all over Yankees as pitchers fail, bats go cold again in Bronx return

1 week ago | silive.com | Kevin Armstrong

NEW YORK – It was already raining at Yankee Stadium on Friday night when the Giants started pouring it on against Marcus Stroman, the Yankees' starter. First came a double on the opening pitch of the game, followed by a walk and a three-run homer from San Francisco’s hitters. Then, came back-to-back walks, followed by a double. Five Giants were driven in without an out recorded.
After rain delay, Giants walk all over Yankees as pitchers fail, bats go cold again in Bronx return

1 week ago | nj.com | Kevin Armstrong

NEW YORK – It was already raining at Yankee Stadium on Friday night when the Giants started pouring it on against Marcus Stroman, the Yankees' starter. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.
Yankees in rain delay: When will Friday’s game vs. San Francisco Giants resume?

1 week ago | nj.com | Kevin Armstrong

The Yankees’ opener of a three-game series against the San Francisco Giants has been delayed by rain on Friday night. First pitch is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.The Associated Press game preview:PITCHING PROBABLES: Giants: Robbie Ray (2-0, 3.18 ERA, 1.15 WHIP, six strikeouts); Yankees: Marcus Stroman (0-0, 7.27 ERA, 1.39 WHIP, six strikeouts)BOTTOM LINE: The New York Yankees host the San Francisco Giants to start a three-game series. New York has a 4-2 record at home and a 7-5 record overall.
"He will be in a good spot": Aaron Boone confident in Yankees closer

1 week ago | nj.com | Kevin Armstrong

NEW YORK – From where Yankees manager Aaron Boone stands in the dugout, the depth on closer Devin Williams’s changeup is fine, but he needs to raise his level of command. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.
Yankees change it up with Luke Weaver back in closer role for the night

2 weeks ago | nj.com | Kevin Armstrong

NEW YORK — While the bullpen gave up a late grand slam that allowed the Diamondbacks to pressure them into the ninth inning, the Yankees all recognized Luke Weaver’s ability to close the door in the final frames of a 9-7 win. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.