The New York Yankees are weighing an expanded defensive role for Anthony Volpe, including a possible look at third base, as questions continue to surround Ryan McMahon heading into the postseason.
Multiple outlets report that the Yankees’ consideration centers on their infield depth and matchup needs, with McMahon’s availability and performance raising uncertainty. In that context, the team is reportedly exploring whether Volpe can handle additional responsibilities beyond his usual position. The reporting frames the move as a roster and defensive flexibility option, rather than a permanent change.
The specific rationale is tied to how the Yankees plan to construct their lineup and defense once the playoffs begin, when teams often adjust positions based on opponents. While the sources differ in emphasis—one highlighting “questions” about McMahon and the other focusing on the Yankees’ third-base experiment for Volpe—they converge on the same core point: Volpe’s versatility is being considered to address concerns in the infield.
