Yankees test Anthony Volpe at second base in Triple-A experiment
Anthony Volpe took the field at second base for the first time since 2021 during a Triple-A game, handling three chances cleanly.
In a recent Triple-A contest at Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, Anthony Volpe was positioned at second base, marking his first assignment there since 2021, and he successfully fielded three balls. The Yankees are gradually introducing him to the role after his demotion coincided with the call-up of top prospect George Lombard Jr., during which Volve also saw time at shortstop. Though his path back to the majors remains uncertain due to Lombard's strong start, the experiment aims to give Volpe a broader defensive toolkit.
Second base may become a viable option for him next season, particularly as Jazz Chisholm Jr. heads toward free agency. The team continues to search for offensive production from the catcher position, with Austin Wells delivering a.269 batting average and a.935 OPS across 21 games, the highest OPS among Yankees not named Lombard during that span.
Why it matters
The move could broaden Volpe's role and affect the Yankees' roster strategy for next season.
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