The Bronx is buzzing again, and it’s not just because of Judge’s bombs or Cole’s strikeouts. No, this time, the spotlight is swiveling over to the hot corner of 3rd base, where Jazz Chisholm Jr. is poised to make his comeback. That’s right, the electric, swagger-filled infielder who started 2025 at second base — his base — is now shifting gears and sliding over to third.
Let’s be real here. For most players, being asked to change positions midseason — especially to one they’ve never played at the Major League level — would be like being handed a saxophone in the middle of a guitar solo. But Jazz? He’s not just playing the new tune — he’s jazzing it up. Pun absolutely intended.
A Veteran’s Grace Under Pressure
Now, we know that Jazz has made it very clear in the past: second base is where he’s comfortable, it’s where he shines, it’s where he dances. But circumstances change fast in the Bronx. With DJ LeMahieu returning and Oswaldo Cabrera hitting the injured list, there was a gaping hole at third. So Aaron Boone came calling, and not with a demand — but a strong nudge.
“Boone gave me the choice, but he told me he wanted me at third base,” Jazz revealed. “He really wanted me at third base.” And that’s where this story shifts from transactional to transcendent. Because Jazz didn’t just shrug and comply — he leaned in. “I’m a team guy,” he said. “I’m here to win a ring.” That’s not lip service. That’s leadership.
Healing Up and Holding Down the Fort
Chisholm has been sidelined since April 30 with an oblique strain and began his rehab assignment this week with the Somerset Patriots. Five innings. Third base. No complaints. No second-guessing. Just Jazz doing what the team needs — and doing it with confidence. It’s not just about healing up anymore. It’s about holding down a critical position on a team with championship aspirations.
The Bronx Stage Is Set
What’s wild is that we’re talking about a 27-year-old seasoned player with vast experience, a star in his own right, willingly reshaping his role for the sake of the squad. Not every player does that. Heck, not every superstar does that. But Jazz is putting his ego on the shelf and putting pinstripes first.
So the next time you’re watching the Yankees’ infield flash leather, keep an eye on that corner. Jazz Chisholm Jr. might turn it into his personal stage — and if history’s any clue, the man doesn’t just show up. He performs.
