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Yankees Keep Anthony Volpe in Lineup as Slump, Criticism and Prospect Pressure Build

Boone has publicly defended Volpe and said shortstop duties will be decided day to day, a stance that leaves the club facing a looming roster choice between on‑roster options and a rising Triple‑A prospect.

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Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe contributed an RBI double during Wednesday's win in Cleveland, but he also committed a throwing error and his 1-for-3 day at the plate left him 2-for-23 over his last seven games and hitting .197 for the season.

Overview

  • Volpe has continued to struggle this season with a low batting average and weak power numbers, recording roughly a .194 average and a .606 OPS in limited plate appearances.
  • Manager Aaron Boone publicly defended Volpe on The Show and said he will split shortstop duties day to day rather than make an immediate permanent change.
  • Fan frustration has been visible at Yankee Stadium and national pundits have grown increasingly critical, with some commentators calling for accountability or a benching.
  • The Yankees have clear internal alternatives: utility infielder José Caballero is on the roster and performing better offensively, and top prospect George Lombard Jr. has been promoted to Triple‑A and shown a recent hot streak.
  • As of mid‑June the club has made no roster move, leaving Volpe to fight for playing time and creating the risk that a demotion or a Lombard call‑up could reshape the infield and prospect timelines.