DJ LeMahieu’s 2024 season with the New York Yankees was limited and not up to the mark. LeMahieu struggled with injuries, but his overall performance dipped after his return. The slugger smashed two home runs and contributed 26 RBIs. He recorded a batting clip of .204 with a .269 OBP.
The Yanks were forced to make changes to the team as LeMahieu’s struggle continued. The All-Star has been a veteran slugger for the team and played a crucial role over the years. Yet, many believe that injuries have led to a dip in his performance.
Eric Hubbs of Barstool Sports said the Yankees were about to DFA DJ Lemahieu. However, Aaron Judge and other players prevented the move. Yankees fans were unhappy to learn about this, and they took to social media to react to the same.
According to Eric Hubbs of Barstool Sports, the Yankees were prepared to designate DJ LeMahieu for assignment last season when Jasson Domínguez was called up. However, Aaron Judge and other veteran players stepped in to prevent the move. pic.twitter.com/W4n8z5EkCQ
— Rod (@theyankscenter) January 29, 2025
Here’s a look at some fan reactions from X.
“Is this a baseball team or an after school hangout?” asked one fan.
Is this a baseball team or an after school hangout?
— phil (@Phillips24Josh) January 29, 2025
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“Then Judge and those other players shouldn’t complain about losing,” one fan wrote.
Then Judge and those other players shouldn’t complain about losing
— Hunter Highden (@HHighden) January 29, 2025
“He’s not the DJ of the past. They should’ve let him walk,” one fan responded.
HES NOT THE DJ OF THE PAST. THEY SHOULD’VE LET HIM WALK
— Sparkz (@ll_Sparkz_ll) January 29, 2025
“I will be rather surprised to see DJ in pinstripes for another season,” one fan said.
I will be rather surprised to see DJ in pinstripes for another season
— Jay Arnold (@jakeywally) January 29, 2025
“Why can’t Judge be friends with good players instead of a bunch of old guys he met at the 2017 all star game and Verdugo,” another fan chipped in.
Why can’t Judge be friends with good players instead of a bunch of old guys he met at the 2017 all star game and Verdugo
— Elsquidwardo (@Elsquidwardo95) January 29, 2025
So my hate for judge went up
— Matthew June (@MatthewJun47300) January 29, 2025
If true, Judge and other players need to stay in their lane. The team can't be making personnel decisions based on sentimentality.
— John Gordon (@JohnGordon0304) January 29, 2025
If true, Judge and other players need to stay in their lane. The team can't be making personnel decisions based on sentimentality.
— John Gordon (@JohnGordon0304) January 29, 2025
Friendships over winning?
— YANKEE STORIES (@yankeestories) January 29, 2025
Aaron, i beg you to stop playing LeGM😭💔
— dee-ah-nuh (@negrotingz) January 29, 2025
DJ LeMahieu’s Future With The Yankees Remains Questionable
LeMahieu’s future with the Bronx Bombers remains questionable, especially after his slumping season. The Yanks have spots to fill after parting ways with Gleyber Torres. Yet, they might consider other options to fill that spot.
The team might shift things around by bringing in Jazz Chisholm Jr. to second base. On the other hand, they could bring in Oswaldo Cabrera to take Chisholm’s spot at third base. The Yanks have also played it low with Anthony Rizzo.
As for DJ LeMahieu, getting back to his old position full-time is rather doubtful. The Yanks are also predicted to pursue Alex Bregman. MLB insider Jeff Passan says the Bronx Bombers should take advantage of Bregman and sign him.
