In his MLB debut, New York Yankees starting pitcher Cam Schittler received a standing ovation after pitching six innings in tonight's game with the Seattle Mari

The New York Yankees announced on Tuesday that DJ LeMahieu would be moving to the bench. On Wednesday, they designated him for assignment.

New York – The New York Yankees have designated two-time batting champion DJ LeMahieu for assignment, one day after manager Aaron Boone had said the aging infielder with a diminished defensive range would primarily be used off the bench.

LeMahieu signed a six-year extension with New York in 2021 and is still owed $22 million through next season. This article was originally published on www.si.com as MLB World Reacts to Yankees' Shocking Release of DJ LeMahieu.

The Seattle Mariners visit the New York Yankees Wednesday in the second game of their 3-game series at Yankee Stadium.

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Aaron Judge stayed hot at the plate over the weekend, creeping up to 33 home runs on the season before the New York Yankees have even hit the All-Star break.