Yankees' Ryan McMahon Tweaks Swing, Aims for Consistency After Rough Year

Yankees third baseman Ryan McMahon worked on significant swing improvements this offseason, focusing on a shorter stance and better hip rotation, following a 2025 season where he posted a career-high 35.2% whiff rate. Despite being an All-Star in 2024, his 2025 performance saw a 32.3% strikeout rate but an 11.9% walk rate. The Yankees may platoon him more, utilizing Amed Rosario against lefties, to allow McMahon to focus on right-handed pitching. Manager Aaron Boone highly praises McMahon's elite defensive skills at third base.