Yankees consider future of free agents Jazz Chisholm Jr, David Bednar
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Oct 18, 2026

The New York Yankees are evaluating the futures of free agents Jazz Chisholm Jr and David Bednar following their playoff exit. Insider reports indicate the Yankees are expected to extend a $23.15 million qualifying offer to Bednar, who had a strong season, but are unlikely to do the same for Chisholm. Despite Chisholm's prior success, his inconsistent play this season may influence the Yankees' decision to move on from him. While Bednar could reject the one-year offer for a longer deal, Chisholm has expressed a desire to return to the team. These decisions will be pivotal for the Yankees as they reassess their roster ahead of the 2027 season.
- •Yankees exited playoffs after a three-game sweep by Rays.
- •Insiders report Yankees favor retaining Bednar over Chisholm.
- •Bednar expected to receive $23.15M qualifying offer.
- •Chisholm's inconsistent performance complicates his future.
- •Club decisions will influence 2027 roster plans.
- 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees Insider Details Jazz Chisholm Jr, David Bednar Free Agent Decisions
"The New York Yankees’ thinking on two key pending free agents has been tipped by a prominent insider.
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