José Caballero, a Yankees shortstop/utility player acquired from the Tampa Bay Rays at last season’s trade deadline, discusses his approach to the game in a Q&A. In the interview, he addresses the idea that critics and doubters motivate him, describing how that external skepticism fuels his mindset. Caballero also discusses a personal trait he views as an advantage, referring to it as an “annoying” quality that helps him compete.
The available coverage focuses on Caballero’s background with the Yankees following the trade and his day-to-day mindset rather than on specific on-field statistics or a particular game. Both outlets present the interview as an extension of a conversation with New York Post columnist Steve Serby, emphasizing Caballero’s perspective on what drives him and the habits he believes contribute to his performance as a versatile player.
