Volpe To Take Pregame Second Base Work
MLB Trade Rumors • • sports
Key Points:
- The Yankees are having Anthony Volpe take drills at second base as they consider expanding his defensive versatility, according to manager Aaron Boone.
- Volpe remains on the major league roster despite José Caballero returning from a brief injury leave due to a fractured finger.
- Boone indicated that the starting shortstop role between Caballero and Volpe will be decided nightly, with Caballero starting against the Rays in the recent series opener.
- Volpe has extensive MLB experience exclusively at shortstop but has limited past experience at second base; the Yankees do not plan to have him practice third base.
- Volpe played eight games during Caballero’s absence, showing promising offensive contributions, leading the Yankees to keep him on the roster rather than optioning him to Triple-A.