Acquiring Jazz Chisholm at the trade deadline brought a burst of energy to the New York Yankees, but his recent injury has introduced a new level of concern. Chisholm injured his elbow while sliding into home plate on Monday night. Following imaging on Tuesday, it appears he may be headed for a stint on the Injured List due to a UCL injury. As of Tuesday, Aaron Boone was unable to comment on the extent of the injury.
The uncertainty surrounding Chisholm’s elbow injury only heightens the anxiety. The most optimistic outcome would see him sidelined for just a week, returning with minimal issues. Conversely, the worst-case scenario could involve Tommy John surgery, which would end his season. This wide range of potential outcomes spans from merely inconvenient to catastrophic.
Losing Jazz Chisholm could send Yankees into a tailspin
Since joining the Yankees, Chisholm has been impressive, batting .316/.361/.702 with a career-high OPS+ of 189. He’s already hit seven home runs with a career-best season total of 20.
Despite initial concerns about how he would adapt to the Yankees’ clubhouse, Chisholm has blended seamlessly into the team. While some players might falter under the bright lights of New York, Chisholm appears to thrive in the spotlight.
The Yankees are just half a game shy of the best record in baseball, yet they still feel like they’re underperforming. Chisholm’s injury could potentially shift momentum in a very negative direction for Boone’s team.
After an unexpected drubbing by the Chicago White Sox on Monday, the sense of déjà vu is palpable in the Bronx.
While it’s important not to jump to conclusions, and this injury could indeed turn out to be minor, it nonetheless has the potential to be a critical juncture for the Yankees’ season.
With Chisholm sidelined, the Yankees are turning to Oswaldo Cabrera to cover third base. Boone also noted DJ LeMahieu as a potential option, according to Max Goodman of NJ.com. To put it mildly, these are less-than-ideal stopgaps.
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