In the abstract, if you had told me going into the season that Jazz Chisholm, Jr. would hit 19 home runs, steal 40 bags, and be the second-most valuable second baseman in the American League by FanGraphs WAR, I probably…
Pinstripe Alley's Kevin Winterhalt gives Jazz Chisholm Jr. a "D+" grade for his 2026 season with the New York Yankees, arguing that the infielder underwhelmed in his walk year. Despite Chisholm stating a preseason goal to achieve a 50-50 season, he batted .232 with 19 home runs and 41 stolen bases across 137 games.
Winterhalt notes that while Chisholm generated defensive and baserunning value, his offensive production declined significantly. With Chisholm eligible for free agency and a potential $23.15 million qualifying offer, the writer expects the Yankees will move on after benching him in Game 3 of the ALDS against the Tampa Bay Rays.
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