On Thursday night, the New York Yankees will look to sweep the Colorado Rockies in their three-game series.
They most recently won by a score of 6-1 on Wednesday.
Ahead of the game, news came out that Anthony Volpe is being called up to the MLB.
Jack Curry of YES Network wrote (on Wednesday): “When Jazz Chisholm is placed on the IL, Anthony Volpe will be recalled from AAA. Volpe will join the team tomorrow. Chisholm is still active and will be available to pinch run tonight.”
Aaron Boone Asked About Volpe
After the game, manager Aaron Boone confirmed the news that Volpe is being called up.
He was also asked how he planned to use the 25-year-old (via YES Network).
Reporter: “And what are your plans? Will he be the second baseman regular or rotate?”
Boone: “We’ll see. Day by day.”
Social Media Reacts To Volpe News
Here’s what people were saying about Volpe:
Eric Hubbs: “This is why you have Volpe getting reps at 2nd base in the minors. All of a sudden an opportunity comes up and now he has a shot to be on the postseason roster. His future in the league is at 2nd. I hope he can help.”
Brandon Tierney: “Volpe has been crushing it at AAA. Jazz to IL. Call him up. Earned it. Different role. See what’s what.”
@adimaggi: “Rice at 1B, Volpe 2B, Lombard SS, Wells C, Judge RF, Jones CF, Schlitler P, Warren P. How many teams have this many home grown players in the bigs?”
@DanAlanRourke: “Anthony Volpe at Triple-A since being demoted and playing mostly 2nd base: .284/.381/.642, 10 HR, 1.023 OPS”
Looking At The Yankees
The Yankees are the second-place team in the American League East with an 83-62 record in 145 games.
They have won seven out of their last ten games.
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