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Ex-Yankees Starter Defends Jazz Chisholm Jr. After Controversial Move

Ex-Yankees Starter Defends Jazz Chisholm Jr. After Controversial Move

Summary

Jazz Chisholm Jr., a baseball player for the Yankees, did not start in a game against the Red Sox, which the Yankees lost. Chisholm's comments about being upset went viral, and a former Yankee player supported his feelings. Chisholm had a successful 30-30 season, but was used as a substitute during the game.

Key Facts

  • Jazz Chisholm Jr. was not in the starting lineup for a game against the Red Sox.
  • The Yankees lost the game 3-1.
  • Chisholm had a 30-30 season, a rare achievement in baseball.
  • Yankees' manager Aaron Boone chose not to start Chisholm for strategic reasons.
  • Chisholm expressed his frustration in a viral media interview.
  • Former Yankee, Cameron Maybin, publicly supported Chisholm's feelings.
  • Chisholm eventually played in the game but had only one at-bat.
  • The Yankees now face elimination in the series.

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