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Yankees bench Ryan McMahon for entire series against Phillies

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Last updated Jul 27, 2026

Yankees bench Ryan McMahon for entire series against Phillies

Summary

The New York Yankees benched third baseman Ryan McMahon for all three games against the Philadelphia Phillies, opting instead for veteran Amed Rosario. This decision comes amid McMahon's struggles at the plate, where he is hitting.214 with a.655 OPS. McMahon's future with the Yankees is in question, especially with the MLB trade deadline approaching on August 3. The Yankees are considering trade options for McMahon, as his contract is $16 million for next season, raising concerns about his performance and value to the team.

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Key Details

•Ryan McMahon sits for all three games vs. Phillies.
•Amed Rosario started in place of McMahon at third base.
•McMahon's contract and performance lead to trade discussions.
•Yankees face trade deadline on August 3.
•McMahon has not been benched for three consecutive games before this series.

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3:48 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees Turn Heads After Benching $16 Million Infielder for Entire Series

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The New York Yankees took third baseman Ryan McMahon out of the starting lineup for all three games against the Philadelphia Phillies. The post Yankees Turn Heads After Benching $16 Million Infielder for Entire Series appeared first on HEAVY.
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