Jazz Chisholm Jr. Expected To Play Second Base In 2025
New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone said on WFAN 660 on Tuesday that infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. is expected to start at second base in 2025, with DJ LeMahieu, Oswaldo Cabrera and Oswald Peraza competing at third base "right now." In addition to likely being the starting second baseman for the Bombers this season, Boone also mentioned Chisholm, along with young outfielder Jasson Dominguez, as an option to hit leadoff. The 26-year-old played third for the Yanks in the second half last year after they acquired him from the Miami Marlins, but he'll now be shifting to the keystone with Gleyber Torres leaving in free agency. Not only did Chisholm stay healthy and play in a season-high 147 games in 2024, but he enjoyed the Bronx, slashing .273/.325/.500 with an .825 OPS, 11 homers and 18 steals in 46 regular-season games. Injury risk is still there, but with second base eligibility coming, Chisholm's fantasy arrow is pointing directly up.
According to Mark Feinsand of MLB.com, the New York Yankees and infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. have agreed to a one-year contract worth $5.85 million to avoid arbitration. The 26-year-old began the 2024 season with the Miami Marlins but was eventually traded to the New York Yankees during the stretch run. Across 147 games last summer, Chisholm held a .256/.324/.436 line with 24 home runs and 40 stolen bases. However, in 46 games with the Yankees, Chisholm performed very well as he held a .273/.325/.500 line with 11 home runs. The 26-year-old was deployed primarily at the hot corner during his short tenure with the Yankees last season but could move to the keystone as the Yankees are actively trying to add another infielder to their roster. Chisholm carries an elite combination of power and speed and should be viewed as a high-end third baseman in standard category leagues.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. Could Be Moved Back To Second Base
New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman mentioned prospect Caleb Durbin and the possibility that the team will add a third baseman and move infielder/outfielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. back to second base next season. Current second baseman Gleyber Torres is a free agent this winter, and although the Yankees aren't opposed to bringing him back, he could very well leave the Bronx, opening up a glaring hole at the keystone. After being acquired from the Miami Marlins at the trade deadline at the end of July, Chisholm hit .273 (48-for-176) with 11 home runs, 23 RBI and 18 stolen bases for the Bombers while playing a solid third base defensively. The 26-year-old power/speed threat already has eligibility at outfield and third base, so adding second base eligibility in 2025 would be even nicer for fantasy managers.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. Launches Second Postseason Home Run
New York Yankees third baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. went 1-for-4 with a solo home run and a walk in their Game 5 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Chisholm hit his second home run of October in the opening frame directly after Aaron Judge hit a two-run shot which gave the Yankees an early three-run lead. However, the Bronx Bombers were unable to hold their lead as the Dodgers eventually tied the game in the fifth and took the lead in the eighth. Chisholm's other postseason long ball came in Game 2 of the ALDS against the Kansas City Royals. The former Miami Marlin joined the Yankees at the trade deadline and finished his postseason run with a disappointing .182/.250/.309 slash line.
New York Yankees third baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. made his presence known in Game 1 of the World Series on Friday, swiping three bags and scoring an important run late in the game. Jazz stole third base in the top of the 10th and scored on a fielder's choice right after, giving the Yanks a 3-2 lead. Unfortunately for them, Freddie Freeman had other ideas about how the game would end. As for Chisholm, he has been a bit of a letdown this postseason, hitting .179 with a .520 OPS. A good World Series would make his shaky playoffs a moot point, though, and he is off to a good start in Game 1.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. With A Walk-Off Single On Wednesday
New York Yankees third baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. went 1-for-4 at the plate in Wednesday's 4-3 extra-innings win over the Royals. The lone hit came in the bottom of the 11th inning when the left-handed hitter shot a ball to the left side of the infield, but with speedy Jon Berti running from third, Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. rushed his throw and the inaccurate attempt at home allowed Berti to score, resulting in a wild walk-off win for the Yankees. The 26-year-old has hit well overall between Miami and New York, but is just 4-for-27 (.148) over his last seven games and his last home run came back on August 28. Perhaps the electricity from the walk-off win will ignite a hot streak for the multi-category contributor, who has authored a .261-22-66-69-35 line on the season with a .332 wOBA and 112 wRC+.
Yankees Reinstate Jazz Chisholm Jr. From The Injured List
The New York Yankees officially reinstated infielder/outfielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. (elbow) from the 10-day injured list prior to Friday's series opener against the Colorado Rockies at Yankee Stadium. In a corresponding move, the Yankees optioned infielder Oswald Peraza to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Thursday. Chisholm has avoided season-ending surgery on the UCL in his left elbow and should return to the Yankees' starting lineup immediately on Friday at third base against Rockies left-hander Kyle Freeland. It's a welcomed development for the Yankees and fantasy managers alike, as the 26-year-old has appeared very comfortable in pinstripes so far, going 18-for-57 (.316) with seven homers, 11 RBI and five steals in 14 games since being acquired in a trade with the Miami Marlins. Get him back into your fantasy lineups on Friday if he's indeed back in New York's lineup.
The New York Yankees optioned infielder Oswald Peraza to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Thursday, which points to the Yankees activating infielder/outfielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. (elbow) on Friday. Manager Aaron Boone said earlier in the day that Chisholm is "real close to a return" from the 10-day injured list after he took batting practice at Yankee Stadium before Wednesday's contest. The 26-year-old is recovering from a UCL injury to his left (non-throwing) elbow, but what initially looked like a potential season-ender, turned out to be much less serious. It's great news for the Yankees and Chisholm's fantasy managers, as his production has been fantastic since being acquired in a trade with the Miami Marlins at the trade deadline. Chisholm has hit .316 (18-for-57) with seven homers, 11 RBI and five steals in his first 14 games in the Bronx and should return to starting duties at third base. UPDATE: The Yankees' plan is to activate Chisholm from the IL for the series opener on Friday against the Colorado Rockies.
New York Yankees infielder/outfielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. (elbow) is "real close to a return" from the 10-day injured list, according to manager Aaron Boone. Initially, the Yankees were unsure if Chisholm would even be able to return this year due to a UCL injury in his left elbow that potentially needed surgery. However, Chisholm has bounced back nicely since then and even took batting practice at Yankee Stadium before Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Guardians. The 26-year-old is eligible to come off the IL on Saturday. Even if he doesn't come back on the first day he's eligible, fantasy managers have to be stoked that he should return soon. Chisholm should return to regular duties at third in the Bronx after hitting .316 (18-for-57) with seven homers, 11 RBI and five steals in his first 14 games with the team.
New York Yankees infielder/outfielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. (elbow) was seen at Yankee Stadium on Wednesday before the team's game against the Cleveland Guardians taking batting practice. Chisholm is attempting to recover from a UCL injury to his left elbow that put him on the 10-day injured list last week, and his activity on Wednesday represents some major progress. Initially, it was unclear if the 26-year-old would need season-ending surgery on his elbow. Although he probably won't be ready to return from the IL when he's eligible this Saturday, Chisholm should be able to avoid surgery and return to the Yankees as their regular third baseman to close out the 2024 regular season. Already a must-start fantasy player because of his power/speed combination, Chisholm's fantasy stock went up when he was acquired by the Yankees at the trade deadline, and he hit .316 (18-for-57) with seven homers, 11 RBI and five steals in his first 14 games with the Bombers.
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