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Yankees Back Volpe as He Tops MLB With 16 Errors

Aaron Boone praised Volpe’s resilience after his 16th error, underscoring the team’s commitment to his development despite his defensive regression.

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JULY 11: Jazz Chisholm Jr. #13 of the New York Yankees looks on during the game against the Chicago Cubs at Yankee Stadium on July 11, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Evan Bernstein/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Anthony Volpe now leads all MLB position players with 16 errors, including a throwing miscue on Wednesday that extended a Rays inning.
  • His defensive metrics have slipped well below league average, ranking near the bottom among shortstops in Defensive Runs Saved, Fielding Run Value and Outs Above Average.
  • Manager Aaron Boone and GM Brian Cashman have publicly affirmed their faith in Volpe’s talent and kept him in the starting lineup at shortstop.
  • Volpe countered his fielding struggles by hitting his 16th home run of the season with a ninth-inning, game-tying blast against Tampa Bay.
  • While the Yankees have added veteran infield depth, they remain committed to grooming Volpe as their long-term solution at shortstop.