Yankees’ Jazz Chisholm Injury Worse Than Initially Thought, Recovery Timeline Extended
New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. left the April 29 game against the Baltimore Orioles after hitting a double in the first inning. Initially described as “right flank discomfort,” both the team and Chisholm later confirmed it was an oblique injury—one sustained on the swing just before his hit. At the time, Chisholm and the Yankees believed it was a minor issue, possibly day-to-day.
However, after being placed on the 10-day injured list last Friday, it now appears the injury is more serious than first believed. According to a report from Pinstripes Nation, Chisholm’s oblique strain is more severe, involving three separate muscle tears. His recovery is now expected to take at least four to six weeks, possibly longer.
NYU Langone orthopedic surgeon Dr. Elise C. Bixby explained on The Injury Report podcast that most oblique injuries involve a single tear, but Chisholm’s multiple tears complicate recovery. “If a player pushes through this, the muscle may not heal properly, and performance can suffer,” she noted. The good news: surgery isn’t required.
The Yankees now find themselves in a bind, having not added depth to their infield during the offseason despite losing longtime second baseman Gleyber Torres to free agency. Critics have taken aim at the team’s lack of preparation. Bleeding Yankee Blue writer Robert Casey slammed the front office, saying, “No plan B. No foresight. Just vibes.”
There is some hope, however. Veteran infielder D.J. LeMahieu could return as early as this weekend, and pitchers Jonathan Loáisiga and Giancarlo Stanton may follow in the coming weeks, potentially helping the Yankees weather Chisholm’s extended absence.
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