“Why Does Anthony Volpe Get 1000 Chances Meanwhile?” – Yankees Fans React After Spencer Jones Gets Optioned To Triple-A
Spencer Jones - New York Yankees | © Imagn The New York Yankees made a significant roster move ahead of Friday’s series opener against the Tampa Rays by demoting rookie OF Spencer Jones to the minor leagues, protecting the spot for righty slugger Anthony Volpe, and ultimately reactivating infielder Jose Caballero from the injured list. Since being called up on May 8, Jones has posted a . 167 batting average (4 hits in 24 at-bats) with two RBIs and a .
426 OPS across 10 games, striking out 12 times in 27 plate appearances. The Bronx Bombers had the option to send down either right-handed batters, shortstop Volpe, or utility player Max Schuemann. Still, they chose to demote Jones, who bats left-handed, considering upcoming matchups.
Fans quickly responded to Jones being assigned to triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, with many criticizing the move for not providing enough opportunities for the talented 25-year-old rookie in the major leagues. “He was BETTER than Volpe. Minus the errors.
WTF?? Why does volpe get 1000 chances meanwhile? ” one fan commented .
“I don’t agree with this at all. You’re going to send down Jones, keep Volpe at short, and send Cabby to the outfield while Trent is hurt. I would much rather see Jones playing everyday.