Jazz Chisholm Jr. Clarifies Viral Ear Pod Rumor

Jazz Chisholm Jr. recently addressed viral videos that questioned his use of an AirPod during a baseball game. He explained that the item visible in his ear was, in fact, a wad of cotton used to manage an earache. This discomfort stemmed from an injury he sustained a few days prior when a ground ball struck him in the head.

The ear issue caused him significant pain, with ringing and reduced hearing in his right ear for several days. Chisholm, however, emphasized that the injury did not impact his balance or his ability to play effectively. He felt he was still hitting the ball with power and did not miss any games due to the injury.

Chisholm decided to address the speculation himself after seeing the videos circulate online. He noted the unlikelihood of an umpire or coach allowing a player to use an AirPod during a game and found the situation amusing once the true cause was revealed. He is now feeling better and continuing to play.