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Yankees Lock In Caballero, Option Volpe

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The Yankees have solidified José Caballeros position as their everyday shortstop, activating Anthony Volpe from the injured list but optioning him to Triple-A. Caballeros recent hot streak and steady defense have earned him the role, with manager Aaron Boone praising his defensive skills. Volpe, still recovering from shoulder surgery, will continue his rehab in the minors.

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Yankees Lock In Caballero, Option Volpe

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It's May 4th. This is MLB News. Today, AI powered stories shaping the season. The Yankees are rolling with Jose Caballero as their everyday shortstop moving forward. After crushing the Orioles 11-3 on Sunday, they activated Anthony Volpi off the 10-day injured list, but optioned him straight to Triple-A. Scranton over Wilkes Bar, handing Cavalero the full-time gig. Alaros been on fire lately, hitting 3-33 over his last 16 games with 3 homers and 5 RBIs. His bats clicking and the teams digging his glove were 2, clocking plus 1-outs above average. Manager Aaron Boone's all in on it, calling Caballero's defense some of the steadiest in the league. He pointed to those quiet gems from the Boston series that kept wins coming early this season. Volpi's still shaking off left shoulder surgery from last October. He hasn't seen game action yet this year. Last season, he slashed 2-12 over 272 over 391 with 19 homers, but his defense lagged at

minus 6-outs above average. This move locks in Caballero, while Volpi rehabs in the minors, keeping the infield type as the Yankees push ahead.

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