# HALFWAY MARK: The Yankees' MVP and LVP of 2026 (so far) could be a surprise

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Podcast: [Locked On Yankees - Daily Podcast On The New York Yankees](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-yankees-daily-podcast-on-the-new-york-yankees-1006227)
Published: 2026-07-02T23:20:00+00:00
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## Resource

New York Yankees hit the midseason mark with question marks and controversy. Who stands out as the Bronx Bombers’ MVP—and who’s dragging the team down?

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