Yankees manager Aaron Boone hilariously responds to Jazz Chisholm Jr. biting video
Jazz Chisholm Jr. is one of the most electric players in Major League Baseball on a nightly basis. The 27-year-old from Nassau, Bahamas, has an exciting playing style defined by his unique combination of speed and power.
Another reason the versatile slugger has gained a large following is his vibrant personality. Chisholm has never been afraid to be himself — a quality that recently went viral after the New York Yankees star was caught on camera playfully biting team coach Pat Roessler.
The now-viral clip made the rounds across baseball social media, prompting even Yankees manager Aaron Boone to weigh in on the latest episode of "Talkin’ Yanks." While Boone admitted he had only just seen the video, he downplayed the moment and didn’t appear concerned.
"I just saw that for the first time last night," he said. "I didn't know about that, it's kind of funny... I don't think he'll start biting me... I don't know, I think I'll let that go between Jazz and Six, they have their little thing there."
Roessler, a respected veteran coach, has had a long career in Major League Baseball, including stints with the New York Mets and Washington Nationals, before joining the New York Yankees as an assistant hitting coach in 2024.
It's unclear how long this quirky interaction has been happening, but it’s evident Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Roessler share a close connection — no matter how bizarre some fans might find it.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. has struggled with consistency this season despite using the torpedo bat
It has been a mixed bag so far this season for Jazz Chisholm Jr., who is currently tied for the MLB lead with six home runs. However, he is struggling to rack up hits and make consistent contact. Through 16 games, Chisholm has posted a .175 batting average with 25 strikeouts and a .738 OPS.
It’s still early in the season, so there is plenty of time for him to turn things around. However, he has not looked locked in at the plate. Even with the addition of the polarizing torpedo bat to his arsenal, the former All-Star has looked shaky at best.