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Jazz Chisholm Jr. Delivers in Return as Yankees Weigh Deadline Trades

Chisholm’s seamless shift to third base demonstrates the depth driving New York’s trade deadline planning.

TAMPA, FLORIDA - MARCH 1: Jazz Chisholm Jr. #13 of the New York Yankees looks on from the dugout in the second inning during a spring training game against the Houston Astros at George M. Steinbrenner Field on March 1, 2025 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Brandon Sloter/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Jazz Chisholm Jr. returned from a month-long oblique strain with a go-ahead seventh-inning home run in a 3-2 win over the Guardians.
  • With Oswaldo Cabrera sidelined by an ankle fracture, manager Aaron Boone moved Chisholm back to third base to shore up the hot corner.
  • Chisholm’s willingness to alternate between second and third base highlights New York’s adaptable roster philosophy and contrasts with Boston’s position battles.
  • His comeback complements DJ LeMahieu’s return and helps stabilize the Yankees’ infield rotation.
  • Unconfirmed ESPN Insider reports link the Yankees to trade discussions for Brandon Lowe to reinforce second base depth.