Reports have indicated that the New York Yankees have at least explored shopping Jazz Chisholm Jr.
It remains unclear why the Yankees are doing so, but it’s likely related to his contract being up after next season.
If the Yankees don’t believe they’ll keep Chisholm long term, moving him for a player with more control could make sense.
On the flip side, Chisholm was arguably the second-best second baseman in baseball a year ago. Unless the Yankees are planning a major roster shakeup, it would be tough to justify moving on from him.
Despite that, Rucker Haringey of FanSided believes there’s reason to think the Yankees could move Chisholm in a deal with the Minnesota Twins for Byron Buxton.
“The Yankees have been open and honest about their lineup being too left-handed last season. That's why New York should use Chisholm to acquire a right-handed hitter who can help provide their lineup better balance.
“Minnesota center fielder Byron Buxton could be the answer to the Yankees' outfield issues. He's recently expressed a willingness to waive his no-trade clause, which could give New York a chance to secure his services,” he wrote.
Buxton is a very good player in his own right and deserves credit for what he’s done throughout his career.
When he’s healthy, there’s even an argument that he’s better than Chisholm.
However, his injury history is hard to ignore, and considering how often the Yankees have dealt with injuries in recent years, targeting a player with Buxton’s track record may not be the safest move.
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