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The perfect catalyst for the Yankees’ lineup

Apr 22, 2023; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe (11) celebrates with center fielder Aaron Judge (99) after hitting a two run home run in the eighth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports

Anthony Volpe’s rise in the Yankees organization has been meteoric. Selected 30th overall in the 2019 MLB Draft, the shortstop has rapidly ascended through the organization’s ranks, quickly becoming one of the team’s most promising prospects. With a skill set tailor-made for the lead-off spot, Volpe is poised to become the Yankees’ offensive catalyst for years to come.