Yankees News: 3 most team-friendly contracts

Most team-friendly contracts – No. 1: D.J. LeMahieu

If Cashman was given an award for the best contract he has ever dished out to a player, this contract may give him that award.

LeMahieu was signed to a 2 year, $24 million contract that would cover the 2019 and ’20 seasons with the Yankees. Initially, he would be signed as a “5th infielder” that would see decent playing time, but would not see the field every day. Little did he know he would become the Yankees’ MVP.

The 2019 season saw LeMahieu hit .327, slugging 26 home runs and driving in 102 runs in 145 games. He also saw himself as a utility infielder, playing first, second and third base. He was announced to his third All-Star appearance, won his first Silver Slugger Award and finished 4th in AL MVP voting.

For the 2019 season alone, LeMahieu was well worth the entire $24 million he would be getting paid over two seasons. He has emerged as a fan favorite and is an upcoming free agent that many Yankee fans want Cashman to keep.

What do you think are the most team-friendly contracts Cashman has given out to current Yankees? Leave a comment down below.