New York Yankees consider moving on from outfielder Trent Grisham amid slump

Outfielder Trent Grisham posted a breakout 2025 season for the New York Yankees, hitting 34 home runs, scoring 87 runs and posting a .812 OPS, which earned him a one‑year, $22.025 million qualifying offer. In the current season his production has collapsed to a .211 batting average, 12 home runs, 43 RBIs and a .689 OPS, with an 8‑for‑70 stretch (.114 average). Advanced metrics show a further decline: wRC+ has fallen to 96, xwOBA dropped from a season high of .392 to .292, exit velocity averages 90.4 mph, barrel rate is 9.3 % and hard‑hit rate 44.2 %.

The Yankees, already struggling offensively without Aaron Judge, are evaluating whether to reduce Grisham’s role, move him out of the leadoff spot, or ultimately not re‑sign him. Front‑office officials such as GM Brian Cashman have suggested the contract may no longer be a bargain. If the slump continues, the most likely outcome could be a one‑year, lower‑value deal or release, as the team looks to other outfield options and younger talent.