José Caballero’s finger injury sends him back to New York for tests

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José Caballero of the New York Yankees injured his right middle finger while sliding back to base. He is returning to New York for an MRI and evaluation by a hand specialist due to discomfort.

Key points

José Caballero injured his right middle finger
He is returning to New York for an MRI
Caballero has been performing well this season

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MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - MAY 10: José Caballero #72 of the New York Yankees dives back to first base against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field on May 10, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Photo by John Fisher/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Yankees are dealing with their fair share of injuries these days, but most of them are cases that they have known about for a while and are currently rehabbing or working their way back. There were no new concerns… until Monday. Gary Phillips of the New York Daily News reported that infielder José Caballero, who had been solid as a fill-in for injured shortstop Anthony Volpe, hurt the middle finger on his right hand while sliding back to base on Sunday. Per the insider, Caballero has received treatment, but feels enough discomfort to warrant an MRI, which is definitely not what the team wanted to hear. There is a chance the finger is not fractured, and the infielder himself believes that’s not the case, but we know better than trusting players on their own physical ailments. After the conclusion of Monday’s game, Caballero is expected to return to New York to see a hand specialist as well as Dr. Christopher Ahmad, the Yankees’ physician, to get a look at the injury. Bombers’ manager Aaron Boone told Phillips that “there’s definitely some concern” over Caballero’s finger. Caballero had a rough start to his season, but has improved considerably in recent weeks. He is slashing a solid .259/.320/.400 with four home runs, 18 runs scored, 13 RBI, 13 stolen bases, and a 104 wRC+. He’s already at 1.1 fWAR, fourth on the team among position players behind , , and . Caballero had been so good that the Yankees recently optioned starting shortstop Anthony Volpe to the minor leagues after his own rehab stint was up. If the former needs a trip to the injured list, the latter will almost certainly be back on the major league roster. is playing shortstop for the Yankees on Monday’s opener against the in Caballero’s absence.

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What injury did José Caballero sustain while playing?

José Caballero injured the middle finger on his right hand while sliding back to base.

Why is José Caballero returning to New York?

He is returning for an MRI and evaluation by a hand specialist due to discomfort in his injured finger.

What are José Caballero's current stats for the season?

Caballero is slashing .259/.320/.400 with four home runs, 18 runs scored, 13 RBI, and 13 stolen bases.

José Caballero’s finger injury sends him back to New York for tests

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