The New York Yankees and New York Mets have similar needs at the trade deadline, and it seems like they may battle it out for an NL slugger.

It’s the end of the line in pinstripes for DJ LeMahieu. The New York Yankees have designated the veteran infielder for assignment, per multiple reports, including ESPN’s Jorge Castillo.

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