DJ LeMahieu Ejected for First Time in Career During Yankees vs. Red Sox Showdown

Boston — DJ LeMahieu faced an unexpected moment of controversy during the Yankees’ close 2-1 loss to the Red Sox at Fenway Park on Friday night. The veteran infielder was ejected for the first time in his career following what he described as a mild verbal response to a foul call that stood after a replay review.

Tension in the 10th Inning

In a heated moment during the top of the 10th inning, LeMahieu’s line drive down the first-base line was ruled foul. The call drew further scrutiny as Yankees manager Aaron Boone vehemently argued but was subsequently tossed from the game. After grounding out, LeMahieu made his way past first-base umpire Jeremie Rehak, where he expressed his frustration.

LeMahieu’s Reaction

LeMahieu relayed what led to his ejection, clarifying, “I just said, ‘That was a brutal call.’” In a surprising twist, he noted that the exchange did not involve any profanities or content that would typically attract a penalty. He expressed his surprise at the ejection, especially given his history of communicating similar frustrations to umpires without consequence.

“Of all the things I’ve said to umpires, I was pretty surprised,” LeMahieu remarked.

Aaron Judge Speaks Out

Yankees star Aaron Judge weighed in, suggesting that there was indeed merit to LeMahieu’s sentiment about the foul call, stating, “For good reason on that one; that’s a fair ball.”

In-Field Updates: Jazz Chisholm Jr.

In other news, Jazz Chisholm Jr. remained out of the lineup for the second consecutive day due to left groin tightness. Despite this, he participated in pregame ground balls and managed to hit indoors, working toward a swift return to action.

Chisholm’s Progress

Chisholm provided an update on his condition, saying, “I felt pretty good [Thursday], I feel really good today.” His absence paved the way for Oswald Peraza to step in at third base.

Pitching Highlights: Ryan Yarbrough

On the mound, Ryan Yarbrough showcased improvement after a rough outing against the Red Sox the previous weekend. He pitched 4⅔ innings, allowing just one run, which came from Trevor Story’s single that scored after stealing second base.

Key Statistics:

• Yarbrough allowed 4 hits and 3 walks.
• The lone run was a product of Ceddanne Rafaela’s single.

Ryan Yarbrough pitches against the Red Sox on June 13, 2025. (Corey Sipkin for the NY POST)

Injury Updates: Luke Weaver

Looking ahead, relief pitcher Luke Weaver, recovering from a hamstring strain, is on track for a return. Boone indicated Weaver might either continue with bullpen sessions or face hitters as he progresses in his recovery.

Forecast for Weaver

• Two bullpen sessions already completed.
• Indicated he is pain-free and capable of throwing without issues.
• Initial timeline for return was four to six weeks, but he may beat that estimate.

Conclusion

The tension-filled game at Fenway Park highlighted the high stakes of Major League Baseball, demonstrating the emotional toll on players like DJ LeMahieu. Whether through controversial calls on the field or player injuries, this matchup was packed with pivotal moments that will resonate as the season progresses.

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