Yankees Mull Moves After LeMahieu DFA, Chisholm Shift

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman has acknowledged the team's urgent needs ahead of the July 31 MLB trade deadline, focusing on upgrades in starting pitching, bullpen depth, and the infield, especially at third base. The Yankees designated veteran infielder DJ LeMahieu for assignment due to his inability to play third base, which led to Jazz Chisholm Jr. moving back to second base and left Oswald Peraza, rookie Jorbit Vivas, and J.C. Escarra as interim third base options. Cashman noted uncertainty about the depth of this year's trade market and tempered expectations for major moves, citing the team's lengthy needs list and recent struggles, including a significant slide in the standings. Key injuries have further depleted the Yankees' pitching staff, with Gerrit Cole and Clarke Schmidt both sidelined. Offensive production at third base remains a concern, intensifying the urgency for infield upgrades. Despite the obstacles, Cashman remains committed to seeking roster improvements as the Yankees stand second in the AL East after a notable slump.