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Yankees Keep Shortstop Decision Day-to-Day After Caballero’s Burst

7/7/2026

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Summary

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Yankees insiders say neither Anthony Volpe nor José Caballero offers a clear long-term shortstop solution, sparking talk of prospect George Lombard Jr.
Manager Aaron Boone said on July 7 2026 the shortstop role stays a day-to-day decision after the 5-1 win over the Tampa Bay Rays.
MLB insider Joel Sherman backed José Caballero as starter, noted his two-run, four-RBI, two-home-run line, and suggested Anthony Volpe shift to second base or the minors.

History

Historical Context

After the Cubs promoted Ryne Sandberg in 1985, he posted a .306 average with 19 homers and 111 RBIs, echoing his heroics in the 1984 “Sandberg Game” that helped end Chicago’s playoff drought. That blueprint now guides the 2026 Yankees as they rotate Anthony Volpe, José Caballero and George Lombard Jr. at shortstop.

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Story summary

Yankees insiders say neither Anthony Volpe nor José Caballero offers a clear long-term shortstop solution, sparking talk of prospect George Lombard Jr.
Manager Aaron Boone said on July 7 2026 the shortstop role stays a day-to-day decision after the 5-1 win over the Tampa Bay Rays.
MLB insider Joel Sherman backed José Caballero as starter, noted his two-run, four-RBI, two-home-run line, and suggested Anthony Volpe shift to second base or the minors.

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