Anthony Volpe: Derek Jeter sees a good sign

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To say the least, Anthony Volpe has been struggling since joining the New York Yankees. On both the offensive and defensive sides of the ball, the shortstop clearly isn’t getting the job done.

Let’s just say it’s the exact opposite of the early career of former Bombardiers captain Derek Jeter, who won the Rookie of the Year award in 1996 and, two years later, finished third in the American League MVP race, winning his second World Series ring.

And the latter has some advice for Volpe.

Listen, it’s very difficult to get to the major leagues. Once you get to the majors, it’s even harder to stay. What every player is looking for is consistency. Sometimes you get bumps in the road along the way. It’s just a matter of finding that rhythm. So everyone experiences difficulties.

If Vole’s poor performances continue over the next few days, Jose Caballero could be the Yankees’ shortstop in the playoffs.

But for Jeter, we’re not there yet, as he believes it’s a good sign that Volpe still enjoys solid support from teammates and management as the fall dance gets underway.

If that support triggers a late-season glimmer of consistency for Volpe and he helps the Bronx representatives into the win column, all that has gone before will be quickly forgotten.

Other Yankee greats have also empathized with Volpe, as CC Sabathia recently argued that developing young talent in New York is particularly difficult and urged patience with the 24-year-old’s mistakes.

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