Oct 18, 2022; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees shortstop Oswaldo Cabrera (95) reacts after making a catch on a ball hit by Cleveland Guardians designated hitter Josh Naylor (not pictured) during the sixth inning in game five of the ALDS for the 2022 MLB Playoffs at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports
For some reason, the media directed most of its attention to the New York Yankees‘ shortstop battle in spring training. Anthony Volpe (1.064 OPS, three home runs, five stolen bases) defeated Oswald Peraza and Isiah Kiner-Falefa to take the job.