Yankees waiting as long as they can to make Anthony Volpe decision
The New York Yankees face a decision on whether to activate Anthony Volpe from his rehab assignment or option him to the minors as his 20-day window closes. The decision is complicated by José Caballero's strong performance at shortstop, both offensively and defensively, during Volpe's absence. Manager Aaron Boone emphasized team depth and the need to determine the best roster configuration moving forward.
- ▪Anthony Volpe completed his minor league rehab assignment with Double-A Somerset, closing his 20-day window.
- ▪José Caballero has posted a .935 OPS over 19 games and is on a 17-game errorless streak at shortstop.
- ▪The Yankees have won 12 of their last 14 games, with Caballero playing a significant role in their success.
- ▪Volpe struggled in the minors during rehab, with only one extra-base hit in 45 plate appearances.
- ▪Manager Aaron Boone stated the decision hinges on what is best for the team, acknowledging Caballero has earned playing time.
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MLB New York Yankees Yankees waiting as long as they can to make Anthony Volpe decision By Dan Martin Published May 3, 2026, 2:55 p.m. ET It’s nearly decision day for the Yankees when it comes to Anthony Volpe. The shortstop was slated to play his final minor league rehab game Sunday with Double-A Somerset, as his 20-day window closed in his rehab assignment from offseason surgery to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder. But what once was considered almost a formality — that Volpe would reclaim his starting job at shortstop with the Yankees as soon as he was able — is now not so simple. 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.
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