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Yankees Anticipate Volpe’s Return as Elbow Swelling Subsides

Boone skipped Volpe for Saturday’s game to allow treatment for his stiff elbow

Jun 3, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe (11) hits a solo home run against the Cleveland Guardians during the seventh inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images/File Photo
New York Yankees' Anthony Volpe reacts after he was hit by a pitch during the second inning of a baseball game against the Boston Red Sox, Friday, June 6, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
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Overview

  • Volpe sustained a left elbow contusion when an 88.8-mph changeup from Walker Buehler struck him with the bases loaded on June 6.
  • X-rays at Yankee Stadium and a CT scan in Manhattan confirmed there was no fracture in his elbow.
  • Trainers reported significant swelling and stiffness that prompted a precautionary day off on Saturday.
  • Oswald Peraza started at shortstop in Volpe’s place as the Yankees secured a 9-6 win over the Red Sox.
  • Prior to the injury Volpe had appeared in 61 of New York’s 62 games this season with a .241 batting average, eight home runs and 37 RBIs.