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"Multiple teams" are showing interest in infielder DJ LeMahieu following his release by the New York Yankees, MLB Network's Jon Morosi reported on Saturday.
The New York Yankees made perhaps the most dramatic roster move of their season on Wednesday when they designated veteran infielder DJ LeMahieu for assignment.
The New York Yankees designated DJ LeMahieu for assignment, cutting him loose with nearly two years left on his deal.
Former Yankees infielder DJ LeMahieu could soon find a new landing spot. Last week, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reported that the 37-year-old was looking to sign with a team to finish the 2025 season after being released by New York. He added that “multiple teams” were interested in the veteran.
The club will owe LeMahieu about $22 million, which includes the rest of his $15 million salary this season, along with $15 million in 2026.
NEW YORK – One day after being designated for assignment by the Yankees, veteran infielder DJ LeMahieu was officially released from the roster Thursday morning. That followed “a tough couple of days’’ said manager Aaron Boone of conversations with LeMahieu that included GM Brian Cashman about how the organization viewed its infield alignment.
In LeMahieu’s first four years as a Yankee, he hit .296 with an .806 OPS in 470 games. Over his past three, as his body betrayed him, he hit .237 with a .665 OPS in 248 games.
The New York Yankees could soon cut ties with their infield veteran after a demotion solicited a "not great" reaction.
Jon Morosi of MLB Network speculated on Thursday that the Seattle Mariners could be a potential fit for LeMahieu, who had a 91 OPS+ through 45 games this season.
Aaron Boone announced that LeMahieu is no longer viewed as an everyday player. The veteran was not pleased about the change.
DJ LeMahieu has been cut by the New York Yankees with almost $22 million remaining on his contract, one day after the two-time batting champion got demoted to the bench.