Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s Stats, Metrics, Game Logs, Projections & Rankings

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.

New York Yankees outfielder/infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. (elbow) expressed on Friday, August 16 that he expects to swing a bat in a "day or two." The 26-year-old further noted that he has not experienced any pain since suffering a sprained UCL. Chisholm hit the 10-day IL last week and could return much sooner than expected, given his current progression. Fantasy managers should continue to pay close attention to how Chisholm feels after swinging a bat, as he could return to game action before the end of the month. Prior to the injury, the 26-year-old was riding a six-game hitting streak with a .391/.417/.826 line and three long balls. While sidelined, Oswaldo Cabrera, DJ LeMahieu, and Oswald Peraza should continue to split time at the hot corner in the Bronx.

Rest and rehab has been recommended for New York Yankees infielder/outfielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. (elbow) instead of surgery after he sought multiple opinions from doctors on his UCL injury. The Yankees are holding out hope that Chisholm can play again this season, likely in September or for a postseason run. Chisholm was put on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday with a left (non-throwing) elbow sprain that he suffered diving into home plate on Monday against the White Sox. "I can tell you Jazz is pretty encouraged by how he's feeling," manager Aaron Boone said. "So hopefully that's a good sign." It's unknown when the 26-year-old will be able to resume swinging. For the time being, Oswaldo Cabrera is expected to see most of the playing time at third base in the Bronx, with DJ LeMahieu also being an option. Chisholm hit seven homers in his first 14 games after joining the team.