The New York Yankees are clinging to a razor-thin Wild Card lead and sitting third in the American League East as the postseason race intensifies. With a 70-60 record, they trail the division-leading Toronto Blue Jays by 5.5 games and hold just a half-game edge over the Seattle Mariners for the final Wild Card spot. As each game grows more consequential, the club made headlines by benching Anthony Volpe , raising questions about his future as the everyday Yankees shortstop.

Manager Aaron Boone addressed the situation directly, clarifying his expectations for Volpe moving forward. While Boone remains supportive of the 24-year-old’s long-term potential, he emphasized that production and consistency must take priority during the playoff push.

After being benched for Sunday’s Game 4 se

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