Yankees May Have Decided Anthony Volpe's Playoff Fate, Insider Suggests
Summary
The New York Yankees are considering Anthony Volpe as their starting shortstop for the playoffs despite his challenging season. Volpe recently improved his performance after a shoulder injury, and Yankees insider Brendan Kuty suggests that the team may have already decided to keep him in the starting role.Key Facts
- Anthony Volpe is the current starting shortstop for the New York Yankees.
- Volpe had a tough season, partly due to a shoulder injury that required a cortisone shot.
- José Caballero filled in as shortstop when Volpe took a break to recover.
- Volpe improved his performance after returning, going 6-for-15 in five games.
- Yankees insider Brendan Kuty believes the team likely plans to start Volpe in the playoffs.
- Volpe has a .211 batting average, with a .279 on-base percentage and a .397 slugging percentage this season.
- His shoulder injury happened in May but is thought to have impacted his performance.
- Volpe had a strong playoff performance last year, increasing pressure for similar success this year.
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