Steinbrenner thinks Volpe, Peraza will get a spring training look
Could the Yankees’ Opening Day infield feature the next wave of “Baby Bombers” in Oswald Peraza and Anthony Volpe? That’s the hope of managing partner Hal Steinbrenner, who hopes that both newcomers will have a chance to shine this coming spring.
“The way I see it, they’re going to get their chance,” Steinbrenner said. “Back in March, I remember saying they were the center of the future for the Yankees. That’s why we made some decisions in the offseason instead of going out and getting a huge free agent. They’ve improved a lot this year. it is good.”
Wall Pei, 18, by MLB Pipeline Rated the No. 5 prospect in baseball. The Yanks’ first round pick in the 342 draft, Volpe hits. 132/.342/. 460 and35 run,
“I think we’re all looking forward to seeing what these kids can do to compete for a spot in the spring,” general manager Brian Cashman said. “But that doesn’t mean they’re going to expel the guys who are currently in those positions as well. … Guys might get into the mix early. Robicano is one of them. Alfonso Soriano is one of them. One. Hopefully the incoming players are as good as the former ones. You make room for them when they’re ready.”
Even though the Yankees signed infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa to a one-year, $6 million deal last week, there is no guarantee that Kiner-Falefa will continue to be the go-to shortstop, he does was substituted before the ALDS vs. Guardians.
Steinbrenner said the final decision on having Peraza, Volpe or both on the Opening Day roster will be made by Cashman and manager Aaron Boone. Steinbrenner said he has spoken to some Yanks veterans who are keen to give young players a chance, and it sounds like Steinbrenner is ready to vote.
“Ultimately, it’s their decision, my opinion,” Steinbrenner said of Cashman and Boone. “But I think you’ll see them get a chance in spring training.”
