Around the Empire: Yankees news - 8/3/25
Briefly

Derek Jeter criticized the New York Yankees for their frequent mistakes, stating that such errors are not acceptable against top-tier teams. He acknowledged the struggles of the newcomers, noting that adjusting to a new team and environment can take time. The Yankees plan to activate Aaron Judge, who has been preparing to return by practicing and taking live at-bats. On the recent trade deadline, newly acquired players made errors in their debut, indicating an immediate challenge in their integration into the team.
Derek Jeter pointed out that the Yankees make too many mistakes, stating, "You can't get away with making that number of mistakes against great teams." This critique followed a night where the Yankees struggled significantly on the field.
Jeter acknowledged the challenges faced by new players, remarking, "New team, new surroundings, it takes awhile to adjust." This comment came in the context of new Yankees’ players struggling during their debut.
The Yankees are set to activate Aaron Judge, who has been working on his return by taking batting practice and preparing for live at-bats in Tampa.
On trade deadline day, every player acquired by the Yankees made pivotal mistakes in their debut. The three relievers allowed multiple runs, showcasing the immediate struggles of the new additions.
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