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Shortstop continues to be one of the most competitive positions in MLB, as young stars like Bobby Witt Jr., Gunnar Henderson and Elly De La Cruz inject a new and powerful dose of enthusiasm into their respective fan bases. Veterans Corey Seager, Francisco Lindor and Carlos Correa are still doing their part to elevate the […]

In two Major League seasons, New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe has given fans plenty of reason to hope he could be the team’s long-term solution at the position once manned by Derek Jeter. Volpe raised his batting average by 34 points between his rookie and sophomore campaigns (though the starting point was a paltry […]

The New York Yankees entered Game 5 of the World Series with a little momentum. They finally got their first win of the series in Game 4, raking 11 runs with an offense that came to life. They rode that momentum into Game 5, jumping out to an early 5-0 lead. Aaron Judge and Giancarlo […]

The New York Yankees avoided being swept in the World Series by the Los Angeles Dodgers with a huge Game 4 victory. The 11-4 win kept the Yankees’ season alive as New York became the first team facing elimination to force a Game 5 since 1970. Yet despite the long overdue offensive explosion, Game 4 […]

Two of the biggest reasons why the New York Yankees were able to stave off elimination against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 4 of the World Series was because of the performances from shortstop Anthony Volpe and catcher Austin Wells. Volpe went 2-3 with a go-ahead Grand Slam in the third inning, a double, […]

If there’s one person who knows how to play shortstop for the New York Yankees, it’s Derek Jeter. But after his Game 4 World Series performance, Anthony Volpe is proving the Yankees have another shortstop phenom in their ranks. Volpe’s third inning grand slam ultimately drove in the winning runs in New York’s 11-4 victory. […]

The New York Yankees’ offense had struggled throughout the World Series. Entering Game 4, New York had scored only seven total runs in the series. The Yankees’ lineup finally found its rhythm in Game 4, however, earning an 11-4 victory and avoiding a Fall Classic sweep. Anthony Volpe, the Yankees former top prospect who is […]

With their backs against the wall the New York Yankees finally showed some life in Game 4 of the World Series. New York was facing elimination after three listless games that could best be described as embarrassing. After Tuesday night’s offensive explosion, the Yankees are buying into manager Aaron Boone’s “shock the world” rallying cry. […]

The New York Yankees were facing elimination in Game 4 of the World Series Tuesday night in the Bronx. The Yankees overcame Freddie Freeman’s record-breaking home run in the first inning – he’s now gone deep in six consecutive World Series games, dating back to the 2020 Fall Classic – as New York’s offense finally […]

The New York Yankees fans were desperate for something to cheer about, and shortstop Anthony Volpe finally gave it to them in grand fashion on Tuesday, swatting a historic go-ahead grand slam in the third inning of Game 4 of the World Series. With the Los Angeles Dodgers leading the World Series 3-0 and on […]

Anthony Volpe has lifted New York Yankees fans off the ground and given them new life in a must-win Game 4 of the World Series. The 23-year-old shortstop broke through in the third inning, launching a grand slam off Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Daniel Hudson to give his team a 5-3 lead at the time, […]

New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe has had a very successful postseason so far, performing better offensively than he did in the regular season, and manager Aaron Boone said his at-bats have been “excellent” since the playoffs began. Aaron Boone also said that Anthony Volpe’s work ahead of the series against the Kansas City Royals […]

With the competitive stakes being at their highest during the playoffs, it’s no surprise that professional athletes are becoming too caught up in the moment as they let their emotions bubble over. In Game 4 of the ALDS matchup between the New York Yankees and the Kansas City Royals, tempers flared between the two teams […]

New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe was removed from Thursday’s game against the Los Angeles Angels after fouling a ball off his foot. The Yankees announced that Volpe is currently being examined by the head team physician. Volpe exited the game after hitting a Tyler Anderson pitch off his leg in the second inning. The […]

During Gerrit Cole’s absence, Luis Gil has slotted in perfectly in the New York Yankees’ rotation, and in his latest start, he dominated the Houston Astros in six innings, which prompted shortstop Anthony Volpe to comment on the reactions of the Astros’ hitters. “It’s like the fastball is 110 mph. It’s like the hardest fastball […]

Not even the most optimistic Bronx Bombers fans foresaw a start quite like this. The New York Yankees are 10-3, sole possessors of the best record in baseball, all while Aaron Judge has struggled and Gerrit Cole has yet to see the field. It’s been the definition of a full-group effort to get the Yankees’ […]

Less than two weeks into the new season, what every team in baseball secretly fears at all times seems to be coming to pass. After their worst year as a franchise since the Reagan administration, the New York Yankees are one of the most fearsome teams in Major League Baseball once again this season. Not […]

The New York Yankees feature plenty of star-power. Aaron Judge, Juan Soto, and Gerrit Cole will probably all make the 2024 American League All-Star team if they stay healthy. All three players are superstars without question. The addition of Soto certainly makes New York’s lineup much more intimidating. There is one player, however, who may […]

The New York Yankees have ridiculously high standards, and missing the playoffs like they did in 2023, simply does not cut it for the MLB’s most historic franchise. The Yankees’ disappointing 2023 has cast a big shadow on the successful rookie season of Anthony Volpe, who is now looking to shore up his weaknesses at […]

The New York Yankees are hoping their 2024 campaign will be better than it was in 2023, and a guy who could play a big role in their success is Anthony Volpe. Volpe won the starting shortstop job in Spring Training last year, and now that he has the job for himself, Aaron Judge offered […]

New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe has some things to improve on after his rookie year, but he wrapped it up by winning Gold Glove honors for shortstop in the American League, Rawlings announced. Anthony Volpe beat out Corey Seager of the Texas Rangers and Carlos Correa of the Minnesota Twins, who were also named […]

New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe has been named a finalist for the Gold Glove Award for shortstop in the American League, Rawlings announced on Twitter. Veteran shortstops Corey Seager of the Texas Rangers and Carlos Correa of the Minnesota Twins were the other two finalists named for the award. It was a surprise to […]

Derek Jeter knows a thing or two about playing shortstop for the New York Yankees. He played the position throughout the course of his Hall of Fame career with the ball club. Jeter recently revealed his honest thoughts on new Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe and how Volpe has handled his rookie season, via Talkin’ Yanks. […]

After being constantly reminded of the rare and colossal struggles the franchise is enduring in 2023, New York Yankees fans will be delighted by this latest bit of Pinstripes history. “If Jasson Domínguez, Everson Pereira, Oswald Peraza and Anthony Volpe all start tonight, it would mark the first time the Yankees had four players 23-or-younger […]

Not much is going right for the New York Yankees this season, who are on track to miss the playoffs. But, at least they have a potential star for many years to come in Anthony Volpe. While Volpe was hitting just .216 coming into Thursday’s game against the Detroit Tigers, he smacked his 20th home […]

The New York Yankees are on their way to their first losing season in decades. As it comes to a close, they are giving fans a minor concession and preparing for next season by bringing up some of their top minor league prospects. Preseason top prospect Anthony Volpe made the opening-day roster as the starting […]

The New York Yankees are down bad right now. They’ve lost six in a row and have a very slim chance of making the AL Wild Card, sitting seven games back of the final berth. Their struggles continued on Friday, losing 8-3 to the Boston Red Sox, falling to 2-8 in their last 10 contests. […]

New York Yankees superstar Aaron Judge is no stranger to crushing home runs. His 464-foot moonshot on Friday caught the attention of Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe, who offered the perfect take on Judge’s homer after the game. “That’s a different type of home run, that’s for sure,” Volpe said of Judge’s home run, via Bryan […]

Being a rookie in MLB is not easy. The jump between Triple-A and the majors is humongous. Many rookies often have a hard time adjusting to competitive baseball. However, the best players find a way to improve and learn from their mistakes. That’s the case with New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe, who’s been quietly […]

New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe got attention of fans when a story came out regarding him making a swing change after having chicken parm and reviewing video with old Double-A teammate Austin Wells, and he and Yankees hitting coach Dillon Lawson opened up on the change that has seen Volpe improve offensively over the […]

The New York Yankees are 41-34, have looked lost without their best player, last year’s MVP Aaron Judge, and owner Hal Steinbrenner said he’s “confused” about why Yankees fans are upset. In other words, it’s time to panic in New York. In reality, the proverbial panic button is always kept nearby by most Yankees fans, […]

New York Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner made an appearance on The Michael Kay Show, and he made it clear that the Yankees are sticking with Anthony Volpe at shortstop despite his struggles this season. “The defense is solid, which to me is the most important thing in a shortstop, but I think the league has […]

Entering the 2023 MLB season, Anthony Volpe was the darling of the New York Yankees and deemed the future at shortstop. While his Yankees debut hasn’t necessarily gone to plan, Volpe isn’t planning on leaving New York anytime soon. Volpe has gone 1-10 over his last three games, striking out six times. However, the rookie […]

Anthony Volpe has struggled mightily at the plate for the New York Yankees in 2023, and scouts told the New York Post that the youngster may “need to relearn” his swing in the minor leagues. Two scouts have been following Volpe for years, and say his swing is more “uphill” and harder than ever, according […]

With many questions surrounding an Aaron Judge-dependent roster, New York Yankees fans are looking at general manager Brian Cashman for swift answers. Some of those issues might not be quick fixes, though. The organization is affording one particular area of concern considerable leeway. “Cashman said there have been no discussions about bringing up {Oswald} Peraza […]

Anthony Volpe got off to an okay start to his rookie year with the New York Yankees, but over the last month has struggled mightily, dropping his overall stats to one of the worst in MLB. On an off day on Monday, Volpe got together with former Double-A teammates, including Austin Wells. They got together, […]

New York Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner isn’t ready to give up on rookie shortstop Anthony Volpe. Despite Volpe’s poor results at the plate in the 2023 MLB season, Hal Steinbrenner told reporters at a press conference Tuesday that the Yankees haven’t had any discussions about sending Volpe to Triple-A. “I’ve had zero conversations about that,” […]

Former New York Yankees shortstop Bucky Dent believes Anthony Volpe can still be a great player despite his struggles. Volpe, a top prospect, had high expectations heading into the season. Although he has yet to find his footing at the big league level, the Yankees are still confident in their young shortstop. Dent revealed how […]

New York Yankees rookie Anthony Volpe came oh-so-close to a walk-off home run against the rival Boston Red Sox, so much so that Yankees fans were celebrating it as such off the crack of the bat. Anthony Volpe came *this* close to a walk-off homer in his first career game against Boston. pic.twitter.com/E0O3NuHV50 — YES […]