Yankees fans, get ready to talk pickoffs! Max Fried is putting on a clinic with his move to first base, and it's drawing comparisons to a Yankees legend. During Monday's 4-2 win over the Rangers, Fried froze Josh Jung with a delayed pickoff move that had everyone talking. Even Andy Pettitte, a master of the craft himself, was in the clubhouse and couldn't stop praising Fried's technique. In fact, Pettitte went as far as to say Fried's pickoff is better than his own was. Whether you agree or not, this is must-watch baseball.

On the flip side, the bullpen is facing some pressure. Camilo Doval is struggling in his second season with the Yankees, and the numbers are concerning. His home run rate has skyrocketed to 2.61 per nine innings in 2026—more than triple his career average. This "gopheritis" has led to reduced usage and extra strain on the rest of the relief corps. It's a situation worth watching as the season progresses.

For those keeping an eye on Gerrit Cole's recovery, there's good news. Keith Law recently checked in on Cole's rehab start with the Double-A Somerset Patriots and came away reassured. While former top prospect Marco Luciano's star has faded a bit, Law still sees a potential big-league role for him. It's a reminder that development isn't always linear.

Looking ahead, the MLB Draft is fast approaching, and the Yankees have some work to do. Due to penalties for exceeding the second CBT threshold, their first pick won't come until No. 35, followed by selections at 63, 99, and 127. With a farm system that could use a boost, every pick will count. Hopefully, they can find some hidden gems to build for the future.

And finally, the latest Hitter Power Rankings are out, with Yordan Alvarez taking the top spot. But Yankees fans will be thrilled to see Aaron Judge and Ben Rice making their presence felt. Keep that energy going, Bombers!