Yankees question Anthony Volpe's role as shortstop struggles continue
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 3:14 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone faced scrutiny over Anthony Volpe's performance after a poor stretch of games. Volpe, who has regressed since his earlier success, has raised questions about fit at shortstop, an important defensive position. Boone defended Volpe's starting role despite calls for Jose Caballero to take over full-time. The situation highlights the Yankees' ongoing challenges as they aim for improvement this season.
- •Anthony Volpe has struggled offensively in recent games.
- •Aaron Boone supports Volpe despite recent performance issues.
- •Calls for Jose Caballero to become the starting shortstop are increasing.
- •Shortstop performance is critical for the Yankees' success this season.
- 3:14 AMYahoo Sports — Aaron Boone's Anthony Volpe Comments Show Yankees Have an Issue
"Whenever the New York Yankees play Anthony Volpe, it's going to raise questions. Sadly, there really isn't much more to say other than Volpe isn't the Major League Baseball player the Yankees need him to be, and that's a problem within itself.
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