Overview

• Yankees manager Aaron Boone requested that MLB investigate whether Braves coach Eddie Pérez’s head-pointing implied an intent to hit Jazz Chisholm Jr. in the head.
• Eddie Pérez denied any threat, saying his gesture was meant to tell Chisholm to “Be smart” when he thought signs were being relayed.
• Replay footage confirmed Chisholm Jr. was using hand signals from second base to relay pitch information to teammate Anthony Volpe.
• MLB has not announced a formal investigation or any disciplinary action as officials continue reviewing the incident.
• The episode underscores growing scrutiny of bench interactions and sign-stealing practices under MLB’s player safety and conduct guidelines.