Overview
- Volpe reports no setbacks after October labrum surgery, has begun diving in the field and is in the middle of his hitting progression.
- He has not yet faced live pitching and has no firm return date, with multiple reports indicating May is more likely than April.
- Manager Aaron Boone and GM Brian Cashman continue to voice confidence in Volpe’s long-term role at shortstop.
- Caballero is expected to start on Opening Day and, per Cashman’s December comments, could keep the job if he performs well.
- Some insiders suggest the Yankees could option Volpe to Triple-A after rehab to regain rhythm, a lesser-likely move that remains available given his remaining options.