In a move that underscores the turbulence following another disappointing season, the New York Yankees have begun reshaping their coaching staff. The organization announced that bullpen coach Mike Harkey and first base/infield coach Travis Chapman will not return for the 2026 campaign—a decision that signals both reflection and frustration inside the Bronx.

A Long Tenure Comes to an End for Mike Harkey

Mike Harkey’s departure is the end of an era. A former MLB pitcher and a steady, respected figure in the Yankees’ staff, Harkey’s tenure stretched across 16 seasons—a rare feat in the often-volatile world of big-league coaching. He first joined the Yankees as bullpen coach in 2008, left briefly for a role with the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2014 and 2015, and returned in 2016, holding the sam

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