John Flaherty’s time at the YES Network has come to an end after two decades.

The former Yankees catcher turned analyst and occasional play-by-play man tweeted that the network did not offer him a contract for the 2026 season on Wednesday. A YES spokesperson confirmed that Flaherty, as well as part-time analysts Jeff Nelson — another ex-Yankee — and Dave Valle, will not return.

“I am very grateful for my 20 years at the network,” the 58-year-old Flaherty wrote. “I want to thank the Yankees and especially the Yankee fans. Thank you for letting me be a little part of your day for 20 seasons!”

Asked if new talent would join the YES Network for the 2026 season, the spokesperson said there was nothing to note aside from the departing trio at this time. However, YES decided not to bring F

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