The New York Yankees didn’t have to wait long to see the star potential of top prospect Anthony Volpe at shortstop. The 21-year-old has only played 18 major-league games and has started to trend positively, indicating he will be a long-term impact player.
The Yankees have not been shy from utilizing Volpe’s young and athletic style, specifically on the base paths. While he’s only hitting .204 with a .338 OBP this season, his last seven games tell a vastly different story. Across 23 at-bats, Volpe has recorded seven hits, posting a .304 batting average, including a home run, two RBIs, three runs scored, and six walks.