Yankees Cut 2-Time Batting Champ DJ LeMahieu
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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.
The Yankees moved on from DJ LeMahieu Wednesday when the veteran infielder was designated for assignement with about $22 million left on a six-year contract.
Aaron Boone announced that LeMahieu is no longer viewed as an everyday player. The veteran was not pleased about the change.
Brian Cashman says the Yankees will be "looking for upgrades" in the infield, in the rotation, and in the bullpen as the trade deadline approaches: "I'd certainly love to import a starter, some relievers...and an infielder as well, if possible. But that's a long list. I'm not… pic.twitter.com/xppjw9XOKg
The New York Yankees could soon cut ties with their infield veteran after a demotion solicited a "not great" reaction.