Anthony Volpe’s rehab ends and Yankees option shortstop to Triple-A with José Caballero playing well | Sports

NEW YORK (AP) — Anthony Volpe’s rehab from left shoulder surgery ended Sunday, but the shortstop’s next step is not rejoining the New York Yankees.

With José Caballero excelling as New York’s everyday shortstop, the AL East-leading Yankees announced they had optioned Volpe to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.

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