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Yankees face potential loss of Jazz Chisholm Jr. in free agency

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Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Yankees face potential loss of Jazz Chisholm Jr. in free agency

Summary

Jazz Chisholm Jr., currently playing for the New York Yankees, is set to qualify for free agency at the end of the World Series. His performance has declined this season, with a batting average of.218, 17 home runs, and 48 RBIs. The Yankees must decide whether to extend his contract or offer him a qualifying offer worth approximately $22 million. His strong base-stealing remains a highlight, as he has already matched last season's total of 31 stolen bases. Chisholm Jr. is represented by Roc Nation Sports as he navigates his contract options in the coming months.

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Status Watch

•Jazz Chisholm Jr. qualifies for free agency after the World Series
•Currently batting.218 in the 2026 season
•Yankees may extend his contract or offer a qualifying deal
•Has 31 stolen bases this season, equaling last year's total
•Chisholm Jr. is represented by Roc Nation Sports

Latest Updates

8:32 PMYahoo Sports — Who Are The Yankees Options At Second Base If Jazz Chisholm Jr. Leaves?
6:15 AMYahoo Sports — New York Yankees Could Lose Jazz Chisholm Jr. In 2027 Free Agent Class

What they're saying

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New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm qualifies for free agency at the end of this Wold Series. If the Yankees don't extend Chisholm, interest could be strong.
— Yahoo Sports