Overview

• The Yankees designated two-time batting champion DJ LeMahieu for assignment, removing him from their 40-man roster after shifting him to a bench role.
• Jazz Chisholm Jr. has resumed everyday duties at second base, moving off third where shoulder soreness and defensive struggles had become an issue.
• Oswald Peraza has been installed as the interim third baseman despite offensive difficulties, as internal options at the hot corner remain limited.
• General manager Brian Cashman is actively evaluating trade targets such as Eugenio Suárez, Ke’Bryan Hayes and Nolan Arenado to shore up third base.
• The infield overhaul underscores New York’s response to injury-driven realignments, defensive metrics and the need to balance veteran decline with emerging talent.