The New York Yankees are set to recall infielder Anthony Volpe from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Thursday, replacing the injured Jazz Chisholm Jr. on the active roster. Chisholm was diagnosed with a right thumb sprain on Wednesday, which is expected to sideline him for 7-10 days.
It is not yet clear if Volpe will assume a full-time role at second base or if manager Aaron Boone will utilize a rotation at the position that could include José Caballero and Amed Rosario. Volpe, who began playing second base after his demotion to Triple-A last month, has reportedly received positive reviews for his defensive work at the position.
"I feel like he’s in a really good spot," Boone said of Volpe on Wednesday. "Obviously been really productive down there and playing really well. Has taken well to the other positions."
Volpe has demonstrated strong offensive performance during his recent stint in Triple-A. Over his last 17 games, he batted .333 with eight home runs and an OPS of 1.218. This hot streak included a stretch of five home runs in as many games.
Boone commended Volpe's response to being sent down to Triple-A. "I just know that I have a ton of respect for the person and the player," Boone stated. "I know he’s been a complete pro and completely got after it down there in everything they’ve thrown at him, whether it’s moving and playing some second base, introducing some third base, making sure his swing’s dialed in. He’s obviously swung the bat incredibly well."
Boone added that it is a testament to Volpe's character and ability that he performed well after being demoted from the major leagues. "That’s not an easy thing to do when you’ve been in the big leagues and you’ve been the guy in the big leagues and you got to go back. I’ve seen a lot of good players go there and not perform and struggle. So I think it’s a testament to his makeup and who he is and the kind of player he is."