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Former Yankees Starter Calls Out Jazz Chisholm Jr. For Postgame Comments About Boos

Jazz Chisholm Jr. was not in the starting lineup for Game 3 of the American League Division Series, but he did get a pinch-hit appearance. He popped out to first base in the seventh inning and was booed on his…

Published: Thursday, 8 October 2026 at 11:50 PM
Former Yankees Starter Calls Out Jazz Chisholm Jr. For Postgame Comments About Boos
Key Things to Know
  • Anthony Rizzo criticized Jazz Chisholm Jr. for expressing confusion after being booed during Game 3 of the ALDS.
  • Chisholm voiced frustration over hearing boos rather than encouragement while attempting to win playoff games.
  • Rizzo stated that Chisholm should not be surprised, noting that players like Aaron Judge have also been booed.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former New York Yankees first baseman Anthony Rizzo criticized Jazz Chisholm Jr. for his reaction to being booed by fans during Game 3 of the American League Division Series. After popping out in a seventh-inning pinch-hit appearance, Chisholm questioned why fans booed players attempting to help the team win during the playoffs.

Rizzo noted that established stars such as Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton have also faced boos in New York, stating Chisholm should not be surprised by the reaction. While Chisholm later clarified he took no offense, Baseball Now highlighted that his comments followed an underwhelming contract season compared to his lofty offseason expectations.

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