Anthony Volpe’s offensive surge begs the same old Yankees questions
Anthony Volpe of the New York Yankees is experiencing a notable offensive surge early in the season. This performance raises questions about its sustainability, as he has had similar stretches in the past followed by significant downturns. The outcome of this current form may influence his position at shortstop as he competes for the role after recovering from shoulder surgery.
- ▪Anthony Volpe has shown impressive offensive numbers in the first 11 games of the season.
- ▪Historically, Volpe has had similar stretches followed by prolonged cold spells.
- ▪His current performance may determine his future as the Yankees' shortstop after losing the position during his recovery.
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New York Yankees Anthony Volpe’s offensive surge begs the same old Yankees questions By Greg Joyce Published May 28, 2026, 7:31 p.m. ET Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe (11) 2-run RBI single against the Mets. Robert Sabo for NY Post SACRAMENTO, Calif. — If you want to play a game, you can go back and find various two-week stretches over the past three years when Anthony Volpe had the kind of numbers he is putting up right now — or better — through his first 11 games of this season. Those would often come with questions about whether the Yankees shortstop was finally figuring it out, but almost always they would be followed by violent swings the other way, with cold stretches that would last even longer.
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