History of Jazz Chisholm Jr. in Timeline

Jazz Chisholm Jr. is a Bahamian professional baseball player currently an infielder and outfielder for the New York Yankees in MLB. He previously played for the Miami Marlins, debuting in 2020. Chisholm was signed by the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2015 and has since become a notable player, earning All-Star selections in 2022 and 2025. He has also represented Great Britain in international baseball competitions.

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February 1, 1998: Jazz Chisholm Jr. Born

On February 1, 1998, Jasrado Prince Hermis Arrington "Jazz" Chisholm Jr. was born. He is a Bahamian professional baseball infielder and center fielder.

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July 2015: Signed with Diamondbacks as Free Agent

In July 2015, Chisholm signed with the Arizona Diamondbacks as an international free agent for $200,000.

2015: Signed with the Arizona Diamondbacks

In 2015, Jazz Chisholm Jr. signed with the Arizona Diamondbacks as an international free agent.

2016: Professional Debut with Missoula Osprey

In 2016, Chisholm made his professional debut with the Missoula Osprey, achieving a .281 batting average with nine home runs and 37 RBIs in 62 games.

2016: Played for Great Britain in WBC Qualifiers

In 2016, Chisholm played for Great Britain in the 2017 World Baseball Classic (WBC) Qualifiers.

2017: Participated in 2017 World Baseball Classic Qualifiers

In 2017, Chisholm played for Great Britain in the 2017 World Baseball Classic (WBC) Qualifiers, held in 2016, hitting .250 in four games.

2017: Played with Kane County Cougars

In 2017, Chisholm played with the Kane County Cougars, but his time was limited due to an injury. He posted a .248 average with one home run and 12 RBIs in 29 games.

2018: Promoted to Visalia Rawhide

In 2018, Chisholm started with Kane County and was later promoted to the Visalia Rawhide in July. Across 112 games, he achieved a .272 batting average with 25 home runs and 70 RBIs.

July 31, 2019: Traded to the Miami Marlins

On July 31, 2019, the Diamondbacks traded Chisholm to the Miami Marlins in exchange for pitcher Zac Gallen. Chisholm then played for the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp for the remainder of the season.

2019: Played with Jackson Generals

In 2019, Chisholm began the season playing with the Jackson Generals.

September 1, 2020: Promoted to Major Leagues

On September 1, 2020, Chisholm was promoted to the major leagues for the first time and made his defensive debut that night against the Toronto Blue Jays.

2020: MLB Debut with the Marlins

In 2020, Jazz Chisholm Jr. made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut with the Miami Marlins.

2021: Became Starting Second Baseman

In 2021, Chisholm made the Marlins roster out of spring training as the team's starting second baseman. He recorded a .248/.303/.425 slash line with 18 home runs, 53 RBIs, and 23 stolen bases, and also had the fastest sprint speed of all major league second basemen, at 29.1 feet/second.

2022: All-Star Season and Injury

By mid-season 2022, Chisholm had a .254 batting average with 14 home runs and 45 RBIs, and was named the starting second baseman for the National League in the All-Star Game, becoming the first Bahamian-born player to make the All-Star Game roster. However, he was placed on the injured list on June 29 due to a right lower back strain and was later ruled out for the rest of the season on September 10 due to a stress reaction in his lower back.

2022: WBC Qualifiers During MLB Season

In 2022, Chisholm did not join Great Britain in the 2023 WBC qualifiers in Germany, as they took place during the 2022 MLB season.

2022: Hazing Issues in Marlins Clubhouse

In 2022, Chisholm reported being the target of significant hazing in the Marlins clubhouse, leading manager Don Mattingly to call a team meeting to address the issues.

2022: Named an All-Star

In 2022, Jazz Chisholm Jr. was named an All-Star.

2023: Moved to Center Field and Underwent Surgery

Before the 2023 season, the Marlins moved Chisholm to center field. Over 97 games, he achieved a .250/.304/.457 slash line with a career-high 19 home runs and 51 RBIs. Following the season, on October 10, 2023, Chisholm underwent surgery to repair turf toe in his right foot.

2023: Announced Participation in 2023 WBC, But Was Not Allowed

In 2023, Chisholm announced he would play for Great Britain in the 2023 WBC after the team's qualification on September 20, but the Marlins did not allow him to due to his recovery from an injury.

2023: Established Jazz Chisholm Foundation

In 2023, Chisholm established the nonprofit Jazz Chisholm Foundation, which supports young athletes in Miami, New York, and the Bahamas.

July 27, 2024: Traded to the New York Yankees

On July 27, 2024, the Miami Marlins traded Chisholm to the New York Yankees in exchange for minor league prospects Agustín Ramírez, Jared Serna, and Abrahan Ramírez.

2024: Salary Arbitration and Return to Second Base

Prior to the 2024 season, Chisholm lost his salary arbitration case and had a $2.6 million salary for the season. On July 13, 2024, the Marlins resumed playing him at second base amid trade rumors.

2025: 30-30 Club and All-Star Selection

In 2025, Chisholm missed May with an oblique strain but returned on June 3. On July 10, 2025, he was named a participant in the MLB Home Run Derby. On September 19, 2025, he joined the 30-30 club, finishing the season with a .242/.332/.481 batting average in 130 games.