New York Yankees release 2-time batting champion DJ LeMahieu
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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.
DJ LeMahieu was 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.
The New York Yankees have their sights set on a dramatic overhaul after moving on from their veteran infielder.
The New York Yankees designated DJ LeMahieu for assignment, cutting him loose with nearly two years left on his deal.
Aaron Boone announced that LeMahieu is no longer viewed as an everyday player. The veteran was not pleased about the change.
One day after the Yankees decided that veteran infielder DJ LeMahieu would no longer be an everyday player, they decided to let him go completely. The Yankees designated LeMahieu for assignment on Wednesday before they faced the Mariners at the Stadium.