The New York Yankees certainly surprised the MLB with the signing of 2016 National League batting title winner DJ LeMahieu, especially in the midst of Manny Machado talks. The value they will receive from LeMahieu might be even more than Machado when you factor in his price-tag and length of contract.
The Yanks and DJ came together to sign a two-year, $24 million deal, with the expectations that the former Rockie would act as a glorified utility-man in 2019. LeMahieu is a three-time Golden Glove winner which will undoubtedly help an infield that ranked towards the bottom of the league in runs allowed and defensive efficiency.