Anthony Volpe, 21, grew up rooting for Derek Jeter. Making the Yankees’ opening day roster after a hot preseason, Volpe will try to pick up where his idol left off.
In a monster deal that was fueled by a team’s desperation and a player’s desire for a legacy, Aaron Judge will stay with the Yankees. His marching orders are clear: Win.
The Yankees already had the best record in the American League, but trades for Frankie Montas, Andrew Benintendi and two relievers are proof they know what they need.
Aaron Judge’s self-imposed deadline for a new contract expired with no deal, but a walk-off win over the Boston Red Sox in extra innings helped ease the Yankees’ pain.