Yankees Cut 2-Time Batting Champ DJ LeMahieu
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The New York Yankees decided to designate DJ LeMahieu for assignment on Wednesday. He was released after clearing waivers on Thursday. Aaron Judge spoke on the move.
The New York Yankees released two-time MLB batting champion DJ LeMahieu, ending his seven-year tenure with the team, they announced Thursday.
The New York Yankees designated DJ LeMahieu for assignment, cutting him loose with nearly two years left on his deal.
The Yankees pulled the plug on The Machine, designating DJ LeMahieu for assignment on Wednesday. The two-time batting champ, still owed about $22 million through next season, was then released on Thursday.
Aaron Boone announced that LeMahieu is no longer viewed as an everyday player. The veteran was not pleased about the change.
The New York Yankees have their sights set on a dramatic overhaul after moving on from their veteran infielder.
Rookie Cam Schlittler was crowned the Yankees’ fastball king, overpowering the Mariners over 5.2 innings in a 9-6 victory. The 22-year-old righthander topped out at 100-mph in his major league debut. No Yankee has thrown a triple-digit fastball since Aroldis Chapman in 2022.