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Anthony Volpe Homers in Wild Card Opener, Sets MLB First for Shortstops

The Yankees’ decision to stick with him through a shaky season drew instant payoff.

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Sep 30, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe (11) hits a solo home run during the first inning against the Boston Red Sox during game one of the Wildcard round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Volpe launched a solo home run to right off Garrett Crochet in the second inning at Yankee Stadium to open the scoring in Game 1.
  • He is the first shortstop in MLB history with 15 hits and 10 walks in his first 15 postseason games, according to ESPN Research.
  • The 24-year-old endured an uneven 2025 that included a benching and late-season struggles, yet Aaron Boone kept him as the everyday shortstop.
  • Despite a .212 regular-season average, Volpe’s power persisted with 19 home runs and a track record of strong October production.
  • In a tight pitchers’ duel between Max Fried and Crochet, Boston moved ahead 2-1 in the late innings at last update as New York’s lineup remained quiet outside Volpe.