Yankees now have surprise shortstop competition as big Anthony Volpe decision looms
Anthony Volpe remains in Double-A despite being ready to return from injury, as the Yankees face a decision on his role due to José Caballero's strong performance at shortstop. Caballero has hit .338 with a .915 OPS since April 11 and has played solid defense, creating unexpected competition. The Yankees must decide by Monday whether to promote Volpe or formally option him to the minors for the first time in his career.
- ▪Anthony Volpe has not been immediately reinstated to the Yankees' major league roster despite completing his rehab assignment.
- ▪José Caballero has posted a .338 average and .915 OPS since April 11, earning continued playing time at shortstop.
- ▪Manager Aaron Boone stated that Caballero's performance has been a key factor in the team's early-season success.
- ▪The Yankees have never optioned Volpe to the minors during his first three major league seasons, even during slumps.
- ▪Volpe played through a partially torn labrum in his left shoulder during the previous season, which affected his performance.
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MLB New York Yankees Yankees now have surprise shortstop competition as big Anthony Volpe decision looms By Mark W. Sanchez Published May 1, 2026, 6:41 p.m. ET Anthony Volpe is ready to return to the majors, and yet he remains in the minors. In a surprising development, given how Volpe has been treated since winning the everyday job in spring training 2023, the Yankees are not (yet) simply handing him back the reins to one of the most prized positions in baseball. Access the Yankees beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Greg Joyce about the inside buzz on the Yankees. Try it free At least for the moment, the Yankees have a full-blown shortstop competition.
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