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Yankees Predicted to Sign Braves Starter to Replace Anthony Volpe

Yankees Predicted to Sign Braves Starter to Replace Anthony Volpe

Summary

The New York Yankees may need a new shortstop because Anthony Volpe is recovering from shoulder surgery. There are predictions that the Yankees might sign Ha-Seong Kim, who recently played for the Atlanta Braves and is now a free agent, as a temporary replacement. Kim showed solid performance with the Braves last season and is available to join a team at the start of the upcoming season.

Key Facts

  • Anthony Volpe, the Yankees' shortstop, struggled defensively last season and is recovering from shoulder surgery.
  • Volpe is expected to miss the start of the upcoming season.
  • Ha-Seong Kim is predicted to be a possible signing for the Yankees to fill in for Volpe temporarily.
  • Kim played for the Atlanta Braves last season after starting with the Tampa Bay Rays.
  • Kim hit .253 with 12 home runs and 12 RBIs in 24 games with the Braves.
  • Kim is now a free agent and enters the market healthy after winning a Gold Glove in 2023.
  • Aaron Boone, the Yankees' manager, has supported Volpe despite his struggles.
  • Volpe led the league in errors last year, and improving the shortstop position is a concern for the Yankees.
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