On Sunday, the New York Yankees will host the Baltimore Orioles in the Bronx.
They have won each of the first two games.
A lot of eyes will also be on the team’s decision regarding Anthony Volpe.
Chris Kirschner of The Athletic wrote (on May 1): “Volpe’s 20-day clock for his rehab assignment expires on Sunday. He will either have to be activated on Monday or be optioned.”
Boone Makes Honest Volpe Statement Amid Looming Decision
GettyAnthony Volpe #11 of the New York Yankees reacts after a double against the Baltimore Orioles during the ninth inning at Yankee Stadium on June 19, 2024 in the Bronx borough of New York City.
Ahead of Sunday’s game, manager Aaron Boone was asked for the latest on Volpe (h/t SNY’s Yankees Videos).
Reporter: “Aaron, has there been a decision made on Anthony Volpe yet?”
Boone: “No, we’ll get through today and talk through that.”
Reporter: “Ultimately, what will be the deciding factor in that decision?”
Boone: “Just wanting to do what’s best for the team, for Anthony, so we’ll have those conversations.”
“We’ll get through today and talk through that.”
Volpe finished last season batting .212 with 19 home runs, 72 RBI’s, 65 runs and 18 stolen bases in 153 games.
Social Media Reacts To Boone’s Latest Comments
GettyAnthony Volpe #11 of the New York Yankees hits a single during the fourth inning against the Boston Red Sox in game three of the American League Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium on October 02, 2025 in the Bronx borough of New York City.
Here’s what people were saying on social media:
@01Spidey01: “I hope the only decision they reach is that he won’t be with the Yankees anymore.”
@Leo_NYY: “Hopefully cabby goes off today then 🙏🏽 not that I don’t want volpe, but him being down in the minors can help him a lot.”
@jarret_austin: “i think they finally realized that cabby is a better choice at SS offensively and defensively.”
@JMC9787: “He is gonna stay in the minors. There’s no downside. He gets to work on his game and hopefully become a better player. And they’ll also gain an extra year of control before he becomes a free agent. The team is playing well. Caballero is playing well. Don’t upset the apple cart.”
“We’ll see. We’ll continue to talk about that. Again, José’s played himself into and earned himself more playing time. I love the idea of José
Yankees Right Now
GettyManager Aaron Boone #17 of the New York Yankees reacts as he walks back to the dugout after a Juan Soto #22 out on a runner’s interference during the first inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on May 29, 2024 in Anaheim, California.
The Yankees have had a stellar start to the 2026 season.
They are the first-place team in the American League East with a 22-11 record in 33 games.
At home, the Yankees have gone 10-5 in 15 games.
Yankees Manager Makes Honest Anthony Volpe Statement Amid Looming Decision