Jazz Chisholm Jr. is about to take a big step in his comeback from an oblique injury. Yankees managerAaron Boone confirmed that the dynamic infielder is scheduled for a full workout on Tuesday, which will be a test
Boone told the press before Monday night’s game in Anaheim that if all goes well, Chisholm could begin a rehab assignment later this week, according to Greg Joyce of the New York Post.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. with accelerated recovery
Chisholm had already expressed his desire to return earlier and not have to participate in rehab. However, the Yankees are cautious because oblique problems are notoriously tricky, often lingering longer than expected and requiring careful management.
Chisholm has been on the injured list since April 30. The rehab assignment would mark the first real test for Chisholm in a real game since the injury.
Boone has emphasized patience throughout the process, stressing the team’s priority on a full recovery rather than a rushed return. With the Yankees losing infielder Oswaldo Cabrera to an ankle fracture, Chisholm’s return would be a big boost.
But Chisholm is a dynamic player who uses his power and speed, so he needs to be healthy to be effective.
According to Baseball Savant, Chisholm is hitting .213 with a .440 slugging percentage and a .317 wOBA in 125 plate appearances. His advanced metrics suggest potential for improvement, with an expected wOBA (xwOBA) of .338 and a barrel rate of 14.9%, indicating that he is making quality contact. However, his strikeout rate is 31.2% and his average exit velocity is 87.9 mph, slightly below the league average.
A rehab assignment means Chisholm’s return would be on the clock. A position player must be activated on the Major League roster 20 days after the start of a rehab assignment.
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