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Yankees plan to trade Ryan McMahon amid subpar performance

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 11:45 PM

Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Yankees plan to trade Ryan McMahon amid subpar performance

Summary

The New York Yankees are considering trading infielder Ryan McMahon following a disappointing 2026 season. McMahon, in the final year of a six-year, $70 million contract, struggled offensively with a.213 batting average and an OPS+ of 76. The Yankees may seek replacements for McMahon and Jazz Chisholm Jr. in a bid to improve their infield for the upcoming season. Potential trade targets include Isaac Paredes, Ketel Marte, Matt Chapman, and CJ Abrams. McMahon's performance has raised questions about his trade value as the Yankees explore roster changes ahead of the 2027 campaign.

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•Ryan McMahon posted a.213 batting average in 2026.
•Yankees considering trading McMahon to find a replacement.
•McMahon's contract is in its final year worth $70 million.
•Potential targets for trade include Isaac Paredes and Ketel Marte.
•The Yankees are also looking for alternatives for Jazz Chisholm Jr.

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The New York Yankees may have some serious question marks regarding their infield group once the dust settles on the looming free agency period in MLB. After a disappointing end to the 2026 campaign, there’s a chance that both Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Ryan McMahon are both replaced at their respective positions. It’s fair to […] The post Yankees Expected to Dump $70 Million All-Star for Infield Replacement Via Trade appeared first on HEAVY.
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