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MLB Investigates Jazz Chisholm Jr.’s In-Game Social Media Post After Ejection

The Yankees infielder, ejected for disputing a low strike call, admitted to losing his composure and faces scrutiny for a deleted tweet criticizing the umpire.

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Overview

  • Jazz Chisholm Jr. was ejected in the seventh inning of the Yankees' 6-3 win over the Rays for arguing a called third strike he believed was low.
  • From the clubhouse, Chisholm posted and later deleted a tweet criticizing the call, potentially violating MLB’s electronic device and social media policies.
  • MLB has launched an investigation into the post, which could result in fines for breaching league rules on in-game device use and umpire-related commentary.
  • Chisholm acknowledged losing his temper, stating he must better control his emotions to avoid similar incidents in the future.
  • Yankees manager Aaron Boone expressed a preference to take ejections himself rather than see players sidelined, as the team rallied for a decisive victory.