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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
José Caballero, Yankees shortstop, was placed on the 10-day IL with a right middle finger fracture sustained while diving back to first base against the Brewers. He initially hoped to avoid the IL but underwent tests that confirmed the fracture. Caballero has been a strong performer for the Yankees in 2026, batting .259/.320/.400 with 4 HR, 13 RBI, and 13 stolen bases in 40 games. He was expected to return within 10 days. Anthony Volpe was recalled as the corresponding move.
Strengths
- + Strong offensive performance (.259/.320/.400, 105 wRC+)
- + Excellent baserunning with 13 stolen bases in 40 games
- + Solid defensive metrics and grades
- + Expected to return within 10 days from IL
- + Manager Aaron Boone expressed confidence in his abilities
- + Productive in recent stretch (.316 BA, .896 OPS over last 22 games)
Weaknesses
- - Right middle finger fracture requiring IL placement
- - Slow start to season (.150 BA, .384 OPS in first 12 games)
- - Underlying metrics (exit velocity, hard-hit rate) not aligning with offensive results
- - Injury occurred while sliding into base, indicating aggressive baserunning risk
- - Competition from Anthony Volpe for starting shortstop position upon return
Injury Status: IL-10 -- Right middle finger fracture sustained while diving back to first base against Milwaukee Brewers. Can bend finger with compression bandage. Expected to miss approximately 10 days on IL. Cannot throw or hit for 5-7 days but can field in the meantime.
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