New York Yankees Reinstate Third Baseman

Jazz Chisholm Jr. Returns to Yankees Lineup After IL Stint

New York Yankees Reinstate Third Baseman

Chisholm Jr. Back After Elbow Injury

The New York Yankees activated third baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. from the 10-day injured list on Friday. Chisholm Jr. had been sidelined with a left elbow sprain that he suffered on a slide into home plate during the Yankees' 12-2 win over the Boston Red Sox on May 16.

Chisholm Jr. underwent an MRI on Tuesday, which revealed the extent of the injury. The Yankees initially feared that Chisholm Jr. might need surgery, but the results of the MRI were more encouraging.

Chisholm Jr. is expected to be available to play in the Yankees' game against the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday night. He will likely start at third base and bat in the middle of the lineup.

Chisholm Jr.'s Return Boosts Yankees

Chisholm Jr.'s return is a major boost for the Yankees, who have been struggling offensively in recent weeks. The Yankees have lost four of their last six games and have scored just 11 runs in that span.

Chisholm Jr. is one of the Yankees' most productive hitters. He is batting .293 with five home runs and 20 RBIs in 45 games this season.

Yankees Hopeful Chisholm Jr. Can Stay Healthy

The Yankees are hopeful that Chisholm Jr. can stay healthy for the rest of the season. The Yankees have been plagued by injuries this season, and they need Chisholm Jr. to stay on the field in order to contend for a playoff spot.

Chisholm Jr. has a history of injuries, so the Yankees will need to be careful with him. However, the Yankees are confident that Chisholm Jr. can be a key player for them this season.

Yankees Injury Report

• Gleyber Torres (hamstring): 10-day IL
• Giancarlo Stanton (calf): 60-day IL
• Luis Severino (shoulder): 60-day IL
• Domingo Germán (shoulder): 60-day IL
• Zack Britton (elbow): 60-day IL