Yankees retain Ryan McMahon despite trade speculation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 6:39 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
The New York Yankees decided to keep infielder Ryan McMahon, who has struggled this season. Speculation had suggested he might be traded before the NFL trade deadline, but the team has chosen to place him back in the starting lineup for their interleague game against the St. Louis Cardinals. McMahon's performance has been under scrutiny, with a batting average of.214 and 81 strikeouts in 94 games. The Yankees have made other key acquisitions, including first baseman Luis Garcia from the Washington Nationals as they look to bolster their offense.
- •Ryan McMahon remains in the Yankees' lineup this week.
- •He has a batting average of.214 in 94 games this season.
- •The Yankees traded for Luis Garcia to enhance their offense.
- •McMahon was pulled from the starting lineup prior to the trade deadline.
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