This article highlights significant developments in sports, including changes in team dynamics, legal issues involving athletes, the reintroduction of iconic uniforms, and challenges faced by athletes in major tournaments.

Americans who are 65 and older got a hefty new tax break under the massive tax bill that President Donald Trump signed into law on July 4: A new bonus deduction that’s worth as much as $6,000 per taxpayer, which means up to $12,000 for married-filing-jointly spouses who are both 65+.

Now that DJ LeMahieu has been designated for assignment, an old rumor from last year popped back onto the radar—one claiming Yankees captain Aaron Judge and veteran leaders allegedly blocked the team from cutting LeMahieu when Jasson Domínguez came up in September 2024.

LeMahieu’s struggles are magnified with the team slumping and Aaron Judge sidelined. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post. Across his first 37 games this season, LeMahieu was batting .276 with a ...

New York Yankees' DJ LeMahieu rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run against the Minnesota Twins during the sixth inning of Game 1 of an American League Division Series baseball game ...

Of course, clearing that spot would come with a hefty financial cost. LeMahieu still has two years and $30 million left on the six-year, $90 million contract he signed with the Yankees before the ...

LeMahieu, 34, still has three years and $45 million left on the six-year, $90 million contract he signed in January 2021. He’s struggled mightily this season, slashing .224/.288/.359 with seven ...

Even though he's no longer on the roster, DJ LeMahieu could impact how the New York Yankees approach this year's trade deadline. New York released the 36-year-old infielder on Thursday after designating him for assignment the day prior.