Yankees delay Volpe return until at least Monday, with Caballero playing well
Anthony Volpe is ready to return from his rehab assignment, but the New York Yankees have delayed his activation until at least Monday. José Caballero has been performing well as the team's shortstop, complicating Volpe's immediate return. Manager Aaron Boone emphasized evaluating the situation after Sunday to ensure Volpe can succeed upon rejoining the team.
- ▪Anthony Volpe completed his 20-day minor league rehab assignment but remains with Double-A Somerset.
- ▪José Caballero has started 31 of the Yankees' first 32 games, hitting .274 with four homers, 12 RBIs, and 12 stolen bases.
- ▪If Volpe is optioned to the minors for at least 20 days, his free-agent eligibility would be delayed by a year.
- ▪Volpe had left shoulder surgery on October 14 and posted a .303 average in 10 rehab games.
- ▪Boone stated the team will reassess Volpe's status after Sunday while considering Caballero's contributions.
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