Overview
- The Yankees optioned shortstop Anthony Volpe to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Sunday after a 20-day shoulder-rehab stint in which he hit .250 in 13 games.
- José Caballero has locked down shortstop by starting 34 of 35 games with a .259 average, 13 steals, and steady defense for an AL-leading team.
- Manager Aaron Boone called the decision performance-based, and captain Aaron Judge said Volpe handled the news “like a pro” after a 30–40 minute call.
- MLB rules mean a stay of at least 20 non-rehab days in the minors would delay Volpe’s free agency by one year to after the 2029 season.
- Volpe will play shortstop at Triple A for now, with Boone open to trying other positions later as top prospect George Lombard Jr. moves around the infield.