Yankees' Anthony Volpe criticized for defensive struggles at shortstop
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 2:00 AM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe faces criticism for his defensive play, with some suggesting he is mispositioned. Joel Sherman remarked on 'The Michael Kay Show' that Volpe has a second baseman’s arm and could perform better in that role. Despite winning a Gold Glove, Volpe's defensive skills have reportedly declined, leading to questions about his long-term fit with the team. The Yankees may face challenges in trading Volpe given his inconsistent performance in Major League Baseball.
- •Anthony Volpe is currently the Yankees' shortstop.
- •Joel Sherman suggests Volpe may thrive as a second baseman.
- •Volpe's defensive issues have been noted since winning a Gold Glove.
- •Trading Volpe could yield limited returns due to his performance.
- •Criticism focuses on his ability to handle defensive pressure.
- 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — Long Yankees Announcers Doesn't Believe Anthony Volpe is Playing Right Position
"We often speak about how bad offensively Anthony Volpe of the New York Yankees is, but his defensive problems aren't exactly something to just push off.
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