Yankees’ 35-HR Anthony Volpe Replacement Is Within Arm’s Reach

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 11: Anthony Volpe #11 of the New York Yankees is seen during batting practice while wearing a hat in support first responders on the 25th anniversary of 9/11 before the game between the New York Yankees and the New York Mets at Yankee Stadium on September 11, 2026 in The Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

The New York Yankees haven’t had the success they hoped for with Anthony Volpe this season.

Consequently, a variety of rumors are pushing the 25-year-old infielder off the table.

A few notable names could be viable replacements, but one in particular is surfacing again.

Yankees Should Target Brandon Lowe Amid Volpe Concerns

The Pittsburgh Pirates extended the $23.15 qualifying offer to Brandon Lowe on Nov. 2.

New York still needs a replacement for Volpe, and 32-year-old Lowe fits the bill.

According to Brendan Kuty of The Athletic, he’s still worth pursuing.

“The Yankees seem likely to part ways with free agent Jazz Chisholm Jr., and though they liked what Anthony Volpe showed defensively in a limited audition at the position late in the year, they should aim for more offense,” Kuty wrote.

“Lowe, 32, would be instant offense. The lefty hitter clubbed 35 home runs last season for the Pittsburgh Pirates, racking up a 121 OPS+ — even though he strikes out a lot (189 K’s in 584 at-bats). Lowe also received the qualifying offer, and though he put up a strong 13 Defensive Runs Saved last year, he had a mark of minus-14 in 2025.”