In his third MLB start, Yankees' right-hander Cam Schlittler lasted 4.1 innings, yielding three runs on seven hits and four walks, with five strikeouts, in a 4-2 loss to Tampa Bay.

The New York Yankees addressed their need at third base by trading for Ryan McMahon. However, they made sure to ask a former teammate of his about him first.

The Yankees' rotation has been depleted by injuries this season. It started in the spring when star ace Gerrit Cole underwent season-ending Tommy John surgery, and New York has faced a few more blows throughout the year. Starter Clarke Schmidt recently underwent Tommy John surgery as well.

Former New York Yankees infielder DJ LeMahieu played a role in the team's recent choice to trade for third baseman Ryan McMahon.

Boomer Esiason previously said on WFAN Jeter was being “elitist ” by missing the game. Now Esiason says he received an email from someone close to Jeter claiming the Yankees legend is missing the game for a family event -- but not his daughter’s birthday.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/mlb/nationals as Nationals Trading Amed Rosario to Yankees a Home Run Deal for Franchise. The Washington Nationals made their first move of the MLB trade deadline over the weekend involving veteran utility player, Amed Rosario.

The New York Yankees are expected to replace their franchise shortstop after a brutal reaction from home fans.