Anthony Volpe, the shortstop for the New York Yankees, has been dealing with a partially torn labrum sustained earlier in the season. Despite playing through the injury, which affected his defensive performance and contributed to a slump, Volpe recently received a cortisone shot in his left shoulder to manage pain. He returned to the lineup as a defensive replacement but is not expected to start in upcoming games against the Red Sox. Yankees management, including general manager Brian Cashman and manager Aaron Boone, indicated that offseason surgery is not currently recommended but cannot be ruled out, pending further imaging and assessment after the season. Cashman emphasized that Volpe remains the Yankees' shortstop of the future, despite his struggles this year, and believes he has the talent to be an above-average player. However, his injury has likely impacted both his offensive and defensive performance, raising concerns about his long-term health and role with the team. The Yankees are cautious with his recovery, and his future in the Bronx remains uncertain as they evaluate his condition for potential surgery and long-term plans.