Though DJ LeMahieu was one of the quietest players in the Yankees' clubhouse — in public, with the media and, to a lesser degree, with his teammates — no one commanded more respect among his peers.

The New York Yankees made perhaps the most dramatic roster move of their season on Wednesday when they designated veteran infielder DJ LeMahieu for assignment. On the one hand, the move wasn't much of a surprise as LeMahieu has struggled to effectively man an infield position this year.

The New York Yankees decided to designate DJ LeMahieu for assignment on Wednesday. He was released after clearing waivers on Thursday. Aaron Judge spoke on the move.

The New York Yankees are moving on from DJ LeMahieu after nearly seven years with the team. According to the New York Post's Jon Heyman, the Yankees have designated LeMahieu for assignment with $22 million left on his contract.

The New York Yankees on Wednesday designated veteran infielder DJ LeMahieu for assignment. The move almost certainly brings an end to LeMahieu's tenure with the team for which he's played since the start of the 2019 season.

DJ LeMahieu was cut by the New York Yankees with almost $22 million remaining on his contract, one day after the two-time batting champion got demoted to the bench.

Jon Morosi of MLB Network speculated on Thursday that the Seattle Mariners could be a potential fit for LeMahieu, who had a 91 OPS+ through 45 games this season.

The New York Yankees designated DJ LeMahieu for assignment, cutting him loose with nearly two years left on his deal.

On Wednesday, the Yankees designated DJ LeMahieu for assignment even though they still owe him approximately $22 million through next season.