Three bold Yankees predictions as spring training 2026 heats up

Yankees captain Aaron Judge homers versus prospect Carlos Lagrange During live batting practice at Steinbrenner Field, Yankees captain Aaron Judge hits a home run against top tier Yankees pitching prospect Carlos Lagrange on Feb. 16, 2026. TAMPA, Fla. - Just a week-plus into Yankees spring training, you can already see some trends developing. A couple of big arms are drawing attention in camp, and there are questions about last year's Opening Day left fielder starting 2026 in the minors, and the runback of an all-lefty-hitting catching corps. Based on the early returns, here are three predictions for what could happen within the next five weeks:Elmer Rodriguez, Carlos Lagrange impact 2026...