When the New York Yankees were eliminated from the postseason on Wednesday night, one of the team’s biggest question marks wasn’t just about the loss — it was about Anthony Volpe’s future. The young shortstop has been playing through a partially torn labrum in his right shoulder, and surgery now appears to be on the table.

For a team facing critical offseason decisions, Volpe’s future and health do play a part.

Volpe’s offensive struggles raise more questions

Volpe’s second full season in the majors was a frustrating one. He hit .212 with a .272 on-base percentage and a .391 slugging percentage, adding 19 home runs, 72 RBIs, and a wRC+ of 83. That means he performed about 17 percent below league average offensively.

What made things more discouraging was how promising the start of his

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