When news broke on Wednesday afternoon that the New York Yankees had designated infielder DJ LeMahieu for assignment, the team's design for the upcoming MLB trade deadline became a little clearer.
Ramirez announced he'll be skipping next week's All-Star Game to rest the ankle, heel and Achilles tendon that's been bothering him since he picked up the initial injury on May 2.
Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper must have grown tired of fans and media members saying he was in a slump. Harper went 4-for-6 at the plate with one home run and one RBI in Wednesday's road game against the San Francisco Giants.
Though he was previously an excellent big league hitter capable of playing multiple positions, his production has nosedived as he has aged, both offensively and defensively.
DJ LeMahieu’s run with the New York Yankees has come to an end. The Yankees on Wednesday designated LeMahieu for assignment. The 36-year-old had been with the Yankees since signing a 2-year, $24 million contract with them in free agency prior to the 2019 season.
Looking back at some of the top draft picks this century (since 2000) for the Dodgers, the franchise has certainly hit on some gems in the first round, but also has a knack for finding diamonds in the later rounds as well.
With the MLB trade deadline just weeks away, the New York Yankees’ lengthy search for a much-needed, yet elusive, third baseman should be coming to a close.