The New York Yankees have endured a season defined by perseverance, grit, and the relentless challenge of overcoming injuries to key players. As the team continues to chase its championship ambitions, every update on the health of their stars has become a focal point for fans and analysts alike. Among the most anticipated returns has been that of veteran infielder DJ LeMahieu, whose steady presence and clutch hitting have long been hallmarks of the Yankees’ lineup. After a spring training setback threatened to derail his season before it even began, LeMahieu’s journey back to the majors has been closely followed, offering moments of hope as well as fresh concerns.

Recently, optimism surged as LeMahieu dominated in his minor league rehab appearances, suggesting he was poised to make a significant impact upon his return. However, just as the Yankees and their supporters began to look forward to his comeback, troubling news emerged regarding a new injury that could further delay his much-needed presence in the Bronx.

With the team’s depth already tested and the playoff race intensifying, the latest developments surrounding LeMahieu’s health have introduced a new layer of uncertainty—and raised critical questions about what lies ahead for both the player and the Yankees’ postseason aspirations.

The New York Yankees provided an ugly sounding injury update on one of their stars working his way back.

Feb 20, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; New York Yankees third base DJ LeMahieu (26) during work outs at George M. Steinbrenner Field. / Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

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The New York Yankees have done their best to weather the storm this season after dealing with numerous injuries that occurred during spring training.

Though things have not been good for the most part in the pitching staff, the offense has been able to flourish even without Giancarlo Stanton and DJ LeMahieu, both of whom were placed on the injured list to start the year.

For LeMahieu, a calf injury during his first exhibition game was particularly devastating after he entered camp seemingly healthy coming off a campaign when he could not stay on the field.

Though no timetable was initially given, LeMahieu was set to miss the beginning of the season while rehabbing to work his way back over the first couple of months.

The veteran seemed to be on the cusp of making a return, and he was absolutely tearing it up during a Double-A rehab stint this past week, but now it sounds like he is dealing with a brand new injury.

As first reported by Bryan Hoch of MLB.com, LeMahieu received a cortisone injection in his right hip on Tuesday. Manager Aaron Boone described the injection as “preemptive” and that the 36-year-old “felt something coming on.”

Boone stated the team is hopeful LeMahieu will be able to return to the minor leagues later this week, something that will be worth monitoring closely over the next several days.

Whether or not the injection is both preemptive and minor like Boone seems to be suggesting remains to be seen, but it’s the last thing the Yankees wanted to hear on their veteran infielder.

In the first four games of his rehab assignment, LeMahieu crushed the ball by 6-for-10 with a home run and three RBI. He looked like he was not only nearing a return, but set to provide a major boost to the lineup.

Even in a best-case scenario, LeMahieu is likely delayed for a few extra days that will push back his eventual return date.

If LeMahieu’s injury is worse than Boone is prefacing it as, it’s not out of the realm of possibility that he could be out for an extended period of time once again.