New York Yankees fans, you can breathe a sigh of relief. Starting shortstop Jose Caballero is on track to return from his injury sooner than initially feared, and the latest update from the club is sure to put a smile on your face.

Caballero has been one of the Yankees' most valuable players in the early part of the season, stepping up when the team needed him most. His presence in the lineup and on the field has been a key factor in the Yankees' early success, and his absence—even for a short stint—was a concern for the Bronx faithful.

According to Yankees manager Aaron Boone, Caballero fought hard to avoid going on the injured list. While he was able to swing the bat without any issues in Monday's batting cage session, his throwing motion wasn't quite right. The team believes that a few days of rest to allow a small fracture to heal will make the injury a "non-issue" when he returns.

Caballero himself is confident he'll be back in action within 10 days—the best-case scenario for a team that needs its spark plug at shortstop. "Ten days, that's the max I'm taking," Caballero said, showing the kind of determination that has made him a fan favorite.

This is especially good news given that the team's depth at the position was tested on Wednesday, when it became clear that Anthony Volpe isn't quite ready to fill Caballero's shoes on a regular basis. Getting their starting shortstop back quickly will allow the Yankees to get back to the brand of baseball they're aiming to play this season.

For now, the Yankees can focus on staying competitive in the standings while their star shortstop recovers. With Caballero's timeline looking promising, New York's infield is set to be back to full strength sooner rather than later.