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Yankees face critical Jazz Chisholm Jr. decision ahead of Rays series

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Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Yankees face critical Jazz Chisholm Jr. decision ahead of Rays series

Summary

The New York Yankees are set to begin a four-game series against the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday evening, with significant implications for the AL East standings. The Rays could clinch the division with a series split, while the Yankees need to sweep to keep their postseason hopes alive. Jazz Chisholm Jr., who has been sidelined due to injury, is expected to be activated for the series, adding complexity to the Yankees' infield alignment. Anthony Volpe's consistent performance complicates Chisholm's potential role, which may lead to him playing third base against right-handed pitchers. The series will include a split doubleheader on the opening day.

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•Yankees start four-game series with Rays on Tuesday
•Rays can clinch AL East with series split
•Chisholm expected to be activated for the series
•Volpe's strong play complicates infield decisions
•Series features a split doubleheader on Tuesday

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The New York Yankees will begin a four-game set with the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday evening, which has divisional implications, but more so for the Rays, who will likely clinch the AL East with just a series split. New York would have to basically sweep the 4-game set to have a chance on the […] The post New York Yankees Face Jazz Chisholm Jr. Decision Before Rays Series appeared first on HEAVY.
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