Anthony Volpe Makes Case for Yankees' Second Base Job After Strong Finish

After losing his starting shortstop job and being demoted twice to Triple-A, Anthony Volpe made key swing adjustments using a back-foot stepback to reclaim a role with the New York Yankees. Volpe hit .265 with a .695 OPS, one home run, and five steals in 14 regular-season games upon returning, then went 3-for-7 in two playoff appearances. With Jazz Chisholm Jr. entering free agency, Volpe's strong transition to second base earns praise from Aaron Judge and positions him as the likely 2027 starter.