Anthony Volpe Responds to 'Frustrating' Error in Critical Yankees' Loss
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The New York Yankees have seen Anthony Volpe continue to struggle offensively this season, but his defense has also taken a dive.
The Yankees may not have expected Volpe to turn into a key offensive player over the course of one offseason. However, they likely did think they would be able to rely on the 2023 Gold Glove Award winner's defense. Through 99 games, he leads the American League in errors. He made his 12th error on Monday night against the Toronto Blue Jays.
In the bottom of the fifth inning, Volpe fielded a routine ground ball but made a wide throw to Paul Goldschmidt, allowing a runner to score from second base, extending the Blue Jays' lead to 4-1. Volpe spoke on the error after the game, noting he "rushed the throw," according to The Athletic's Brendan Kuty.
ATLANTA, GA - JULY 19: Anthony Volpe #11 of the New York Yankees rounds the bases after hitting a home run in the eighth inning against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park on July 19,...
ATLANTA, GA - JULY 19: Anthony Volpe #11 of the New York Yankees rounds the bases after hitting a home run in the eighth inning against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park on July 19, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. More
Matthew Grimes Jr./"Anytime you get the ball hit to you, you expect it to be an out," Volpe told Kuty. "So, when that doesn't happen, it's frustrating."
Volpe currently has a career-low fielding percentage. The Yankees once looked set to run away with the American League East, but now trail the Blue Jays by four games, entering play on Tuesday.
Volpe is not the sole reason for the Yankees' struggles, but he is a big part. He plays a premium position defensively and has failed to come through offensively. He is slashing just .214/.286/.394. Even his career-high .680 OPS is below league average.
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