The Yankees are gearing up for a busy week, with a mix of returns, options, and tributes. Carlos Rodón, the ace pitcher, is set to return from the injured list (IL) for his next start, taking the spot of top prospect Elmer Rodríguez in the rotation. This move is strategic, allowing the team to carry an extra reliever until Rodón's turn in the rotation. Meanwhile, fellow starter Gerrit Cole is still a ways off from returning, and the team is managing injuries to Ben Rice and Giancarlo Stanton, who is working his way back from a calf strain. The Yankees are also paying tribute to John Sterling, the beloved broadcaster, by featuring his initials "JS" on their uniform hats and jerseys, and continuing to play his iconic "Yankees win...Theeeeeeee Yankees win!" after each victory. This tribute is a fitting send-off for Sterling, who served as the team's radio voice for 36 seasons. In other news, José Caballero has surprisingly unseated Anthony Volpe at shortstop, despite his low expected weighted on-base average. Manager Aaron Boone believes Caballero is a "gamer" and a valuable asset to the team, even if his performance is not yet fully justified by the underlying metrics. The Yankees are navigating a mix of returns, injuries, and tributes, all while keeping an eye on the metrics that inform their organizational decisions.
