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DJ LeMahieu, 2-time batting champion, designated for assignment by Yankees

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 27: DJ LeMahieu #26 of the New York Yankees reacts after hitting a RBI single during the fourth inning of the game against the Athletics at Yankee Stadium on June 27, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Dustin Satloff/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – JUNE 27: DJ LeMahieu #26 of the New York Yankees reacts after hitting a RBI single during the fourth inning of the game against the Athletics at Yankee Stadium on June 27, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Dustin Satloff/Getty Images)
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The New York Yankees announced on Wednesday that infielder DJ LeMahieu has been designated for assignment, likely ending his seven-season tenure in the Bronx.

The Yankees now have seven days to find a trade partner for LeMahieu or place him on outright or unconditional release waivers.

LeMahieu, who turns 37 on Sunday, has played 45 games this season and recorded a .266 batting average with two home runs and 12 RBI.

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