Rise to Success: Career Highlights of DJ LeMahieu

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DJ LeMahieu

Discover the career path of DJ LeMahieu, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

David John "DJ" LeMahieu is a professional baseball infielder currently playing for the New York Yankees in MLB. Before joining the Yankees, he played for the Chicago Cubs and the Colorado Rockies. LeMahieu is known for his versatility in playing multiple infield positions and his consistent hitting ability.

2007: Drafted by the Detroit Tigers

In 2007, after his senior year, LeMahieu was drafted by the Detroit Tigers in the 41st round but did not sign, choosing to attend college instead.

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2008: Cape Cod Baseball League

In 2008, LeMahieu played in the Cape Cod Baseball League for the Harwich Mariners, earning league all-star honors and the team's regular-season MVP award. The Mariners won the League Championship Series.

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2008: Freshman Year at LSU

In 2008, as a freshman at LSU, LeMahieu started in 67 of 68 games and hit .337 overall, helping LSU reach the NCAA post-season for the first time since 2005.

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2009: Drafted by the Cubs

In 2009, LeMahieu was selected by the Chicago Cubs in the second round of the MLB draft out of LSU.

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2010: Daytona Cubs

In 2010, LeMahieu played for the Daytona Cubs of the High-A Florida State League.

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May 30, 2011: Major League Debut

On May 30, 2011, LeMahieu was promoted to the major leagues by the Cubs and made his debut, pinch-hitting against the Houston Astros.

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December 8, 2011: Traded to Colorado Rockies

On December 8, 2011, LeMahieu was traded by the Cubs to the Colorado Rockies.

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2011: Tennessee Smokies

In 2011, LeMahieu began the season with the Tennessee Smokies of the Double-A Southern League.

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2011: MLB Debut with Cubs

In 2011, LeMahieu made his Major League Baseball debut for the Chicago Cubs.

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May 23, 2012: Called Up to Major Leagues

On May 23, 2012, LeMahieu was called up to the major leagues to replace injured Jonathan Herrera.

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2012: Traded to the Rockies

Before the 2012 season, LeMahieu was traded to the Colorado Rockies.

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2012: Sky Sox

In 2012, LeMahieu began the season with the Colorado Springs Sky Sox of the PCL.

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2014: Multiple Positions

In 2014, LeMahieu started playing multiple positions.

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January 14, 2019: Signed with the New York Yankees

On January 14, 2019, LeMahieu signed a two-year, $24 million deal with the New York Yankees.

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2019: Played Multiple Positions

In 2019, LeMahieu played first, second, and third base due to team injuries, and in Game 6 of the ALCS, he hit a game-tying home run.

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January 27, 2021: Signed Six-Year Deal with Yankees

On January 27, 2021, LeMahieu signed a six-year, $90 million deal in free agency to return to the Yankees.

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