Yankees' Anthony Volpe Struggles in First Rehab Start with Double-A Somerset
Yankees' Anthony Volpe plays five innings in first rehab start with Double-A Somerset
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New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe made his first rehab start with Double-A Somerset, finishing 0-for-3 with three strikeouts against Phillies pitcher Zack Wheeler. Despite the tough outing, Volpe showed solid defensive skills and is recovering well from offseason shoulder surgery.
- 01Anthony Volpe went 0-for-3 with three strikeouts in his rehab start.
- 02He faced Zack Wheeler, a top pitcher also on a rehab assignment.
- 03Volpe made all defensive plays at shortstop without issue.
- 04Yankees manager Aaron Boone noted Volpe's progress in rehab and live at-bats.
- 05George Lombard Jr. also played well, maintaining a .464 batting average.
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In his first rehab start on Tuesday night, New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe struggled offensively, going 0-for-3 with three strikeouts against Zack Wheeler, a leading pitcher in the league who was also rehabbing. Volpe's first at-bat ended quickly with a strikeout on three pitches, but he showed resilience in his second at-bat, working the count full before striking out again on a tough pitch. Defensively, Volpe was solid, making all plays hit to him at shortstop. This performance comes as he recovers from offseason shoulder surgery. Yankees manager Aaron Boone indicated that Volpe would gradually increase his playing time, having already participated in over 50 live at-bats during his rehab. Meanwhile, Yankees prospect George Lombard Jr. played at third base and continues to impress, boasting a batting average of .464 with multiple extra-base hits this season.
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Volpe's performance is crucial for the Yankees as they look to strengthen their roster with a healthy shortstop.
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