New York Yankees hitting coach addresses concerning drop in performance by Anthony Volpe
The New York Yankees continue to face questions about the performance of their young shortstop, Anthony Volpe. James Rowson, the Yankees' hitting coach, has addressed concerns surrounding Volpe's struggles at the plate.
Rowson believes that Volpe's progress is real, but the challenge is sustaining it. "If Anthony finds his rhythm at the plate, New York gains a dangerous weapon for October," he said. However, Volpe's offense has become more noticeably inconsistent, with performances that mirror an electrocardiogram, with sharp peaks followed by sudden drops.
Despite this, the Yankees are not panicking over Volpe's struggles. Rowson insists that Volpe's ceiling remains high, and his focus is on finding ways to minimize the stretches of non-success for Volpe. He emphasized that Volpe's work ethic is not the issue.
In an effort to improve Volpe's performance, the team has collaborated with Victus Sports and data analysts to develop a specially designed "Torpedo" bat. Despite these efforts, Volpe has not achieved a recent significant improvement at the plate, and his inconsistent hitting remains a concern for the Yankees as they approach the postseason.
For the Yankees, Volpe's development remains critical as they push toward the postseason. Rowson's focus is on holding on to Volpe's success and sustaining it for extended periods. The continuation of Volpe's inconsistency could potentially hold the Yankees back when it matters most.
However, Rowson's praise for Volpe's dedication is evident. He believes that with continued effort and support, Volpe can overcome his struggles and become a key player for the Yankees in the postseason. The Yankees' playoff hopes could hinge on Volpe's ability to stabilize his bat and find consistency at the plate.
