Fans blast the GM’s remarks after DJ LeMahieu is DFA’d and trade talk stays vague.
Brian Cashman faces backlash from Yankees fans after DFA and deadline comments originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
The Yankees officially designated DJ LeMahieu for assignment on Wednesday, and not long after, General Manager Brian Cashman stepped in front of reporters to explain the move — and the broader direction of the team.
To say fans were unimpressed would be putting it kindly.
Cashman used the moment to defend Anthony Volpe’s development, back owner Hal Steinbrenner’s commitment to spending, and preview his plan for the trade deadline. Or, more accurately, to lower expectations for it.
“I’m definitely going to be looking for upgrades if I can,” Cashman said. “That doesn’t guarantee anything.”
He acknowledged the losses of Clarke Schmidt, Gerrit Cole (for most of the year), as reasons to seek rotation help. “I’d certainly love to import a starter, some relievers... and an infielder if possible,” he said. “That’s a long list. I don’t know how deep this Deadline will be... but we will try to import improvements. That’s the gig.”
Fans were not buying it.
“Next moves: DFA Stanton, and please send your resignation letter,” one fan wrote, echoing a growing sentiment. “Don’t worry about Boone, the next GM will deal with that.”
Others pointed to the offseason, where the Yankees did little to shore up infield depth or bullpen support — issues now front and center. “Listen to him hedge,” one fan posted. “This guy is laughably ridiculous and I am so tired of it.”
And then came the blunt summary: “Has Brian Cashman ever produced a single useful comment in these press conferences? He is insufferable.”
The DFA of LeMahieu may be the start of the Yankees’ midseason reshuffling. But in the Bronx, the noise around it is already deafening.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 9, 2025, where it first appeared.
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