Yankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. Cleared for Blue Jays Game After Knee Injury

Jazz Chisholm Jr. suffered bruises on both knees during the New York Yankees' win over the Houston Astros, raising concerns about his availability during the critical stretch of the AL East race. Fortunately, tests showed no ligament damage, and Chisholm confirmed he felt fine and was set to start in the following game against the Toronto Blue Jays, batting sixth. Chisholm has been an essential player for the Yankees this season, leading the team in stolen bases and ranking near the top in home runs, walks, and RBIs, while also improving defensively with a strong fielding percentage and positive defensive runs saved. His recent performance includes a .938 OPS over the last 30 days and career highs in home runs and WAR, making him a cornerstone for the Yankees’ postseason aspirations. The timing of his injury was concerning given the tight division race with Toronto and Boston, but his quick recovery is a significant relief for the team. The Yankees rely heavily on Chisholm’s combination of speed, power, and defensive reliability as they contend for the division title and a deep playoff run.