NEW YORK — Anthony Volpe’s recent struggles at the plate have drawn attention, but an on-field incident on Saturday added an unexpected twist. While the young infielder has been attempting to find his footing within the Yankees, he inadvertently injured teammate Aaron Judge during a routine moment between innings.
As the Yankees left the field, Volpe made a throw that struck Judge in the face. The ball, thrown while Volpe was in foul territory, caught Judge by surprise and hit him close to his right eye, resulting in shattered sunglasses. A photograph captured the aftermath, showing blood trickling down the side of Judge’s face as he returned to the field, now wearing a small bandage.
Immediate reactions on the field highlighted the unusual nature of the incident. Jazz Chisholm Jr., standing next to Volpe, raised his hands to his head in shock as he witnessed the misfire. The Yankees regularly toss the ball around after the final out of an inning, making the throw itself a typical part of their routine. However, the unexpected long toss from Volpe caught Judge off guard as he ran in from right field, an area where players often aren’t expecting a throw as they transition to the dugout.
Despite the freak accident, Volpe sought to make amends with his performance. In the seventh inning, he hit a home run against reliever Richard Lovelady, sending a solo shot deep into left field that narrowed the Yankees’ deficit to two runs. However, the Mets quickly responded, extending their lead in the following inning and overshadowing Volpe’s effort.
As the game continued, the effects of the incident lingered, but it highlighted the unpredictable nature of baseball, where the unexpected can change the dynamics of the game in an instant. The Yankees will look to regroup as they navigate the remainder of the season, with Volpe aiming to improve not just his defensive play, but also his offensive contributions.
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