Yankees bench Ryan McMahon for entire series against Phillies
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 3:48 AM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
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.
- •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.
- 3:48 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees Turn Heads After Benching $16 Million Infielder for Entire Series
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