Anthony Volpe Injury Update: What’s Next for the Yankees Shortstop?
The Yankees’ shortstop, Anthony Volpe, took a tough hit during Thursday night’s game against the Los Angeles Angels. After fouling a pitch off his left foot, he exited in the eighth inning with what’s being called “left foot pain.” Fortunately, the X-rays came back negative, so it looks like just a bruise for now. Manager Aaron Boone reassured fans, saying Volpe is in good spirits and they’re treating it as a contusion. However, Boone didn’t confirm if Volpe will play in Friday’s series opener against the Texas Rangers.
Losing Volpe, even temporarily, could be a significant setback for the Yankees. The second-year shortstop has been on a roll since the All-Star break, boasting a .320 batting average, five home runs, 13 RBI, and a .916 OPS over 18 games. His performance has been a bright spot after a challenging first half of the season.
Defensively, Volpe has been a rock. He ranks fourth in MLB shortstops for outs above average (OAA) and second in the American League. Without him, the Yankees would miss his stellar defense and bat. If Volpe needs to sit out, Oswaldo Cabrera is the current backup, though he’s more of a utility player. The Yankees might consider calling up Oswald Peraza.
For a more detailed exploration of Anthony Volpe’s injury and its implications, we recommend check out Kevin Hickey’s full article on Sporting News. Subscribing to Sporting News not only supports quality journalism but also provides you with exclusive access to in-depth content and expert perspectives.
