Anthony Volpe was moved to the ninth spot in the Yankees’ lineup Saturday, the first time he’d been at the bottom of the order since April 15.
Manager Aaron Boone said the slide was not due to the rookie’s recent downturn at the plate, even though Volpe entered in a 2-for-23 slump with a double, a walk and 10 strikeouts.Despite the struggles, Boone said he hasn’t sensed any frustration from Volpe.
It’s that mentality, Boone said, that played a role in the Yankees’ decision to go with the 22-year-old at such an important position. It’s why Boone said he didn’t feel the need to have a conversation with Volpe about moving him down in the lineup and the manager reiterated he looks at the No. 9 spot as a lead-in to the top of the lineup and he was eyeing different pinch-hit spots earlier in the lineup.And although Volpe is now hitting .197, Boone isn’t alarmed.
Carlos Rodon said he expects to throw at least two bullpen sessions next week, when he plans on going on the road with the Yankees as he hopes to get closer to his season debut.
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