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.

NEW YORK — Aaron Judge walked into the Yankees ’ clubhouse on Thursday afternoon and it was business as usual. He changed into his Yankees gear, getting ready for his pregame routine, a process that starts with the team’s daily hitters meeting.

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.