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Ben Verlander Says Jazz Chisholm Jr. Deserves ‘Superstar’ Label

Verlander urged fans to “stop hating” on Chisholm Jr. amidst his poor form, citing his first 162 Yankees games: 40 HR, 97 RBI, 99 R, .823 OPS, 48 SB. “Those are SUPERSTAR numbers,” he wrote, praising his energy and versatility. Calling him “great for the sport,” Verlander added, “He’s awesome… brings energy this team desperately needed.” Yankees sit 83-67.