Yankees test Anthony Volpe at third base, Fernando Cruz resumes throwing
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 2:49 PM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026
Yankees manager Aaron Boone announced plans for Anthony Volpe to see time at third base as the team prepares for the postseason. Boone indicated the move is in response to Ryan McMahon's underperformance. Volpe has previously played third base in the minors and has improved offensively since returning to the majors, hitting.263 in 11 games. Additionally, Boone reported that Fernando Cruz has begun throwing again as he recovers from a partially torn UCL. Cruz’s future includes a likely surgery, but he aims to contribute before the season concludes.
- •Boone plans to test Volpe at third base next week.
- •McMahon's struggles have led to this decision.
- •Volpe has performed better at the plate since his return.
- •Cruz is recovering from a partially torn UCL.
- •Cruz has started throwing and hopes to play before potential surgery.
- 2:49 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees Notes: Anthony Volpe to see time at third, Fernando Cruz resumes throwing
"Yankees manager Aaron Boone provided some updates during his weekly appearance on the ‘Talkin Yanks’ podcast…
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