Jazz Chisholm Jr. is officially on the 10-day injured list with a thumb sprain, and just like that, Anthony Volpe is back in the Bigs after absolutely tearing it up in Triple-A. The Yankees made it official today, confirming what YES Network’s Jack Curry reported yesterday: Volpe was the guy tapped to take Chisholm’s spot on the roster. Curry was on it, saying Volpe would be recalled from Triple-A and join the team “tomorrow” once Chisholm hit the IL, even noting Chisholm was active and available to pinch-run last night. Turns out Chisholm didn’t even get to pinch-run, and just as everyone expected, Volpe’s contract was selected from Triple-A. It’s go-time.
Volpe’s New Role and Raking Numbers
This isn’t just a simple call-up, though. Volpe has been putting in work at a new spot, spending time at second base in the minors. With George Lombard Jr. holding down shortstop, it looks like Volpe will likely split middle infield duties with Jose Caballero. The Athletic’s Brendan Kuty reported that Ryan Hunt, the team’s infield, outfield, and base-running coordinator, confirmed the Yankees are really liking what they’ve seen from the 25-year-old as he’s taken to this new position. That’s a huge vote of confidence right there.
Since getting sent down to Triple-A back in August, Volpe has been on an absolute rampage at the plate. We’re talking serious heat. In 109 at-bats, he’s rocking a .284 batting average, smashing 10 home runs, and sporting an insane 1.023 OPS. Ten homers in just over a hundred at-bats? Come on! This dude, a former top prospect, has crushed six homers in his last 13 games alone. That’s the kind of power surge that makes you stop scrolling.
The Big League Test
Now the real test begins. The Yankees are clearly hoping that Volpe’s recent success, both offensively and defensively at the new position down in Triple-A, translates directly to the Majors. Can he bring that .284 average and power stroke against big league pitching? Can he solidify the middle infield? The team needs that production. It’s time to see if the hot streak is the real deal. Keep an eye on the Yankees’ lineup card for Volpe’s name, because if he keeps hitting like he did in Triple-A, it’s gonna be a fun ride for the Bronx faithful.
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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