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Trevor Story underwent sports hernia surgery and is expected to miss 6-10 weeks, likely out until July; with Story out, the Red Sox plan to move Marcelo Mayer to shortstop to fill the gap and evaluate him at the position as Story begins his recovery.
With Trevor Story sidelined by sports hernia surgery, the Red Sox plan Marcelo Mayer as their likely shortstop this weekend, moving him from second base after he has spent most of the season at keystone. Mayer has only three major-league innings at short and his career at the position was mostly in the minors, while second base will be handled by Nick Sogard, Andruw Monasterio and Isiah Kiner-Falefa; Franklin Arias remains a top Double-A SS prospect not in the immediate plans. Mayer is hitting .221/.290/.313 with two homers over 146 plate appearances, and the Sox have produced little offensively outside of Willson Contreras.
Konnor Griffin, 20, has swiftly become a centerpiece for the Pirates: a 6-foot-3, 225-pound shortstop with elite bat speed, blazing baserunning, and a maturity beyond his years. Drafted ninth in 2024 and signed for a 6.3 million bonus, the Flowood, Mississippi native married his longtime sweetheart in January, relies on daily family support, and works with a mental-skills coach to sharpen his approach. After a slow start, he erupted for a 12-game stretch with a .395/.458/.651 line and is viewed as a potential long-term face of Pittsburgh as the Pirates contend this season.
Anthony Volpe, back from shoulder surgery, was optioned to the minors by the Yankees, who kept José Caballero at short in the Bronx; Volpe says there are things he can and can't control and remains ready to play anywhere in the infield as his path back to the majors remains unsettled.
Anthony Volpe was optioned to Triple-A after completing rehab from shoulder surgery, with manager Aaron Boone saying Jose Caballero’s versatility and strong all-around play earned the chance to stay in the lineup, signaling the Yankees’ heightened sense of urgency this season. The move, part of a broader slate of roster tweaks aimed at winning now while preserving depth, comes as Volpe’s major-league opportunity remains in flux; Judge acknowledged the surprise but supported the decision and suggested Volpe could eventually contribute as a utility player. Volpe will continue his development with the RailRiders, while the organization leans on Caballero and top prospects to keep pace in a competitive year.
With Anthony Volpe’s rehab clock expiring, the Yankees optioned him to Triple-A, while José Caballero has surged at shortstop with strong defense and timely hitting, prompting a pivot in the team's plans and the possibility of Volpe contributing later as a bench piece or at multiple positions.
The Yankees option Anthony Volpe to the minors and keep José Caballero at shortstop, arguing the roster can’t accommodate Volpe as a bench player and that sticking with the current best options helps sustain momentum and fan support during a hot stretch.
With Volpe’s 20-day rehab window expired, the Yankees optioned him to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre and promoted José Caballero to shortstop, citing Caballero’s elite defense and offensive spark as giving the team the best chance to win and signaling urgency amid Volpe’s struggles and a rebuilding timeline.
The Yankees activated Anthony Volpe from the 10-day IL after a 20-day rehab but optioned him to Triple-A, opting to stick with Jose Caballero at shortstop for now; Volpe’s return remains uncertain as a rising prospect (George Lombard Jr.) looms and the team continues to value Caballero’s early-season performance.
The Mets selected Vidal Brujan to fill the shortstop role after Ronny Mauricio was placed on the 10-day IL with a fractured thumb, designating Eric Wagaman for assignment to clear a 40-man spot. Brujan, previously DFAed by the Twins and Braves, provides defensive versatility as the Mets navigate Francisco Lindor's calf strain.
The Atlanta Braves signed Jorge Mateo to a one-year, $1 million contract to add a versatile, shortstop-capable depth piece and restore the 40-man roster after Jose Suarez was claimed by the Orioles. The move comes as Ha-Seong Kim undergoes surgery for a torn tendon in his right middle finger and is expected to miss four to five months, creating an early-season opportunity for Mateo in spring training and beyond.
Atlanta’s Ha-Seong Kim underwent surgery in Korea to repair a torn tendon in his middle finger and is expected to miss four to five months, jeopardizing his 2026 season. The Braves now face shortstop depth concerns, as Mauricio Dubon is unlikely to be the everyday option and the club weighs internal options (Luke Waddell, Jim Jarvis) and external possibilities (including free agents like Isiah Kiner-Falefa) to fill the gap before Spring Training.
The article discusses the challenges faced by Yankees' shortstop Anthony Volpe in 2025, including defensive struggles and injury, and explores whether he will remain the team's shortstop in 2026 amid limited alternatives and internal options like Jose Caballero and George Lombard Jr., with a poll inviting reader opinions.
Anthony Volpe underwent shoulder surgery after playing through a partially torn labrum during the 2025 season, which affected his performance. If recovery goes well, he is expected to be ready for the 2026 season, but the injury may lead the Yankees to consider depth options or a potential trade for a bigger-name shortstop. Despite struggles, Volpe's future with the team remains intact due to his prospect status and team control.
Clint Frazier criticizes the Yankees' handling of Anthony Volpe's shoulder injury, highlighting the team's unusual approach to injuries and praising Jose Caballero's consistent play at shortstop amidst Volpe's struggles.