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Is Anthony Volpe playing today? What to know before Yankees' series finale vs. Orioles
TL;DR
Anthony Volpe is back in the Majors after shoulder surgery and a minor league rehab stint. He will play in the Yankees' series finale against the Orioles following Jose Caballero's injury.
Key points
- Anthony Volpe is back in the Majors after shoulder surgery
- Jose Caballero is on the 10-day injured list
- Volpe had a .570 OPS in 18 minor league games
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Anthony Volpe is back in the Majors after offseason shoulder surgery and a rehab stint in the minors.
The New York Yankees shortstop didn't exactly earn his roster spot back. The Yankees placed Jose Caballero on the 10-day injured list with a fractured middle finger on Tuesday.
Volpe went 15-for-68 with a home run and a .570 OPS in 18 games split between Double-A and Triple-A before his call-up.
He will bat eighth and play shortstop in today's series finale against the Baltimore Orioles.
However, the amount of time Volpe stays in the Majors will be determined shortly after Caballero returns from the IL. It could be as short as 10 days.
On Tuesday, manager Aaron Boone told reporters, , that he anticipates that Caballero will be the Yankees' starting shortstop when his 10 days are finished.
Q&A
Is Anthony Volpe playing in today's Yankees game against the Orioles?
Yes, Anthony Volpe is playing in today's series finale against the Orioles.
What happened to Jose Caballero on the Yankees roster?
Jose Caballero was placed on the 10-day injured list due to a fractured middle finger.
How did Anthony Volpe perform in the minors before being called up?
Before his call-up, Anthony Volpe went 15-for-68 with a home run and a .570 OPS in 18 games across Double-A and Triple-A.