New York Yankees Skipper Reveals Anthony Volpe's 10-Year Future
The New York Yankees have won another series, beating the Miami Marlins on Tuesday night, 3-2. It was another impressive win for the Yankees, who are now showing they can win in multiple ways.
Offensively, on the mound, no matter what it is, New York has found ways to win games this season.
Of the players who have made an impact, Anthony Volpe has been as good as anyone on the roster. Frankly, Volpe has been as good as any player in baseball.
The 21-year-old is slashing .375/.444/.600 with three doubles and two home runs. His 200 OPS+ likely isn't sustainable, but it shows how well he's played to start the season.
Volpe is still hitting in the bottom of the lineup, and some have questioned if leading him off could make this lineup even better than what it's been.
When asked that question, skipper Aaron Boone had the following to say, according to Bryan Hoch of MLB.com.
"When we look up in 10 years, that’s where his future is going to be, at the top of the lineup."
Keeping Volpe, for the time being, where he is in the lineup shouldn't be looked at as a negative. He's producing at that spot, and changing things up could create more pressure, which doesn't always equal better play.
As Boone says, in 10 years from now, Volpe will be at the top of the lineup in every game he plays.
For now, New York fans should enjoy the success he's finding and let him do his thing. It's been a great start for the youngster, and if he can continue producing in this way, this team will be even better than expected.