Jazz Chisholm Jr. is set to make his return to the lineup as the New York Yankees face off against the Kansas City Royals. Despite a neck injury sustained during a steal attempt, Chisholm's fiery spirit remains intact, as evidenced by his comments directed at Royals third baseman Maikel Garcia. Their ongoing rivalry has heated up, especially after past incidents that have left Chisholm frustrated.

Since returning from the injured list, Chisholm has been in excellent form, showcasing his power with two home runs and four stolen bases over his last five games. With a team-leading nine home runs and an OPS of .770, his performance is crucial as the Yankees aim for postseason success.