Jazz Chisholm Will Be A Difference Maker In 2025

I gotta give a big shoutout to my guy Alexander Wilson over at Empire Sports Media for an awesome article—because let’s be real, they’re onto something here. Jazz Chisholm Jr. might just be the spark plug the Yankees need in 2025, and I, for one, am hyped to see him let loose in the Bronx.

I’ve always loved Chisholm’s energy. The dude plays with swagger, speed, and straight-up electricity. His time with the Marlins was exciting, no doubt, but now? He’s stepping into a whole new world with the Yankees. The pinstripes hit different. The lights are brighter. The stakes are higher. And if the Yanks let him do his thing—really let him fly—we could be looking at something special.

Empire Sports Media laid it out perfectly. Chisholm has all the tools to be a legit 30-30 guy this season. And honestly? That’s not even a stretch. Here’s what they had to say:

“Chisholm’s raw talent has never been in question but staying healthy and consistent has been his biggest challenge. If he can play a full season, projections suggest he’s in line for 29 home runs, but there’s every reason to believe he can push past 30. Given his aggressive baserunning, a 30-30 season isn’t just a dream—it’s a very real possibility. There’s even a world where Chisholm reaches the rare 30-40 club, joining an elite group of sluggers who can also wreak havoc on the basepaths. His speed was evident last season, stealing 18 bases in just 46 games with the Yankees. Over a full 162-game stretch, that number could explode.”

Say it louder for the people in the back! 

Look, I know injuries have been a concern in the past, but let’s focus on what we did see from Chisholm when he suited up in New York last season. In just 46 games, he hit .273 with 11 home runs and 18 stolen bases. That’s a lot of production in a short time. And let’s talk about that speed—29.1 feet per second, making him the fastest second baseman in the majors. He’s not just quick; he’s a blur.

But here’s the thing: Jazz isn’t just about speed. The power is real. He crushed 34 home runs over his first three seasons with Miami (2020-2022) while swiping 41 bags. That’s not a slap-hitting speedster—that’s a guy who can change the game with his bat and his legs.

Now, put that guy in a full-season Yankees lineup. Surrounded by stars. Hitting in a park that rewards lefty pop. Playing with the confidence that comes with donning the pinstripes. Yeah, I definitely see a 30-30 season as a real possibility.

Empire Sports Media, great story.  Jazz Chisholm Jr. is about to put on a show, and I cannot wait to watch him fly. Buckle up, Bronx. It’s gonna be fun.