The New York Yankees made a significant move before the MLB trade deadline by acquiring All-Star outfielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. from the Miami Marlins. In exchange for Chisholm, the Marlins received three promising prospects from the Yankees, including catcher Agustin Ramirez. With a record of 60-45 this season, the Yankees are looking to boost their offense, as key players like DJ LeMahieu and Alex Verdugo have been struggling at the plate.
Chisholm, a versatile 26-year-old player, brings a lefty bat and defensive flexibility to the Yankees lineup. He has been performing well this season with a .249 batting average, 13 home runs, and 50 RBIs in 101 games. Despite a recent slump in July with a .198 batting average, Chisholm’s on-base percentage remains solid at .309, thanks to his ability to draw walks.
One of Chisholm’s strengths is his speed on the base paths, an area where the Yankees have been lacking this season, ranking 29th in stolen bases. Chisholm has already swiped 22 bags this season, tied for 12th in MLB, while the Yankees as a team have only 43 stolen bases.
The Yankees may utilize Chisholm in various positions, as he began his career as an infielder but transitioned to center field in 2023. With Verdugo struggling in left field, Manager Aaron Boone could reshuffle the outfield, moving Soto to left, Judge to right, and Chisholm to center.
While Chisholm has not played third base in his career, the Yankees’ need for a solid third baseman may lead to further acquisitions before the trade deadline. Despite the push for postseason success, acquiring Chisholm is a long-term investment for the Yankees, as he is under team control for two more years.
Chisholm’s vibrant personality and playing style are expected to resonate well with the New York fans, adding excitement to the team. However, the Yankees still require additional help in corner infield positions and the bullpen to solidify their roster for a playoff run.
As the MLB trade deadline approaches on July 30, all eyes will be on the Yankees as they look to make further moves to strengthen their lineup. Stay tuned for more updates on the Yankees’ trade deals and acquisitions as they aim for postseason success.