The Yankees' new third baseman has already given them excellent defense, and even chipped in with a big hit on Sunday.

The New York Yankees' two-year nightmare at the hot corner is finally over. And that comes at the expense of the Colorado Rockies.

NEW YORK − Nearly a week ahead of MLB's July 31 trade deadline, the Yankees addressed one glaring need, at third base. On Friday afternoon, lefty-hitting Ryan McMahon was acquired from the Colorado Rockies in exchange for two Yankees minor league pitching prospects.

Yankees make roster moves after blowout loss to Phillies, McMahon expected to join team originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The New York Yankees made quick roster moves following Friday night’s blowout loss to the Phillies.

The newest addition to the New York Yankees looks back on his time with the Rockies and considering bringing along a former teammate.

The Rockies reacted with emotion to the news that third baseman Ryan McMahon was traded to the New York Yankees prior to their 6-5 win in the series opener against the Orioles on Friday. The nine-year veteran was dealt for pitching prospects Griffin Herring and Josh Grosz.

Ryan McMahon is now a New York Yankee. The former Colorado Rockie recently shared that he had always dreamed of playing for the Yankees.