Did DJ LeMahieu Retire?

David John "DJ" LeMahieu (born July 13, 1988) is an American professional baseball infielder who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Chicago Cubs (2011), Colorado Rockies (2012–2018), and New York Yankees (2019–2025). Known for his versatility on defense and exceptional hitting ability, LeMahieu earned the nickname "LeMachine" from Yankees teammate Gary Sánchez. He is the first player in the modern era to win batting titles in both the American League (.364 in 2020) and National League (.348 in 2016). LeMahieu is a three-time All-Star, four-time Gold Glove Award winner, and two-time Silver Slugger Award recipient. After seven seasons with the Yankees, he was released on July 11, 2025, and is currently a free agent.

What happened to DJ LeMahieu?
DJ LeMahieu was designated for assignment by the New York Yankees on July 10, 2025, and was officially released on July 11, 2025, making him a free agent. This decision came after manager Aaron Boone announced that Jazz Chisholm Jr. would resume playing as second baseman, moving LeMahieu to a bench role. The Yankees are still responsible for the remaining $22 million on his contract, including $15 million for 2026.

Is DJ LeMahieu still on the Yankees?
No, DJ LeMahieu is no longer with the New York Yankees. He was released on July 11, 2025, after being designated for assignment the previous day. He is currently a free agent.

Did DJ LeMahieu get traded?
No, DJ LeMahieu was not traded. He was designated for assignment and then released by the Yankees, making him a free agent. Multiple teams are reportedly interested in signing him for the remainder of the 2025 season.