What began as a routine at-bat for Jazz Chisholm Jr. could now spark one of the most severe punishments Major League Baseball has ever handed down. On Thursday night, the New York Yankees second baseman let his frustration erupt after a controversial call, and the aftermath may put him in historic trouble with the league.
In the seventh inning, after a missed 3-2 pitch that should’ve earned him a walk, Chisholm instead got tossed—his fifth career ejection, but first in Yankee pinstripes. But it didn’t end there. Once in the locker room, Chisholm took to X (formerly Twitter) and posted: “Not even f–king close!!!!!” A post he later deleted—but not before it went viral.
Now, Chisholm isn’t just facing a fine for the ejection. MLB is actively investigating his post, which openly criticized the umpire’s call—something strictly prohibited by league rules. According to an MLB spokesperson, the league is looking into whether Chisholm violated rules against questioning the impartiality of a Major League umpire.
And the stakes? They’re unusually high. The last time a player came close to this level of public criticism, Ian Kinsler was fined $10,000 back in 2017 for blasting umpire Angel Hernandez. That fine still stands as one of the largest the league has ever issued. But with Chisholm’s comments reaching over 75,000 followers, and his unapologetic stance in interviews—“I did what I did”—MLB could be preparing something even bigger.
There’s no ambiguity in this case. No paraphrased postgame quote. No misinterpretation. Chisholm put his words out in the open—for fans, media, and league officials to see.
Now, all eyes are on the league. Will they make an example out of one of baseball’s most recognizable young stars? Or will this go down as a landmark moment in how MLB handles public criticism in the social media era? One thing is certain: the consequences could be historic.
“MLB Could Drop the Hammer” – Jazz Chisholm Jr. Faces Potential Record-Breaking Punishment After Explosive Ejection Goes Viral
