It's a fresh start for Anthony Volpe and the New York Yankees as they head into Wednesday afternoon's series finale against the Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards. For the first time this season, the 25-year-old shortstop is penciled into the lineup, batting eighth after being called up Tuesday from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
The Yankees are looking to secure a series victory, and they'll send ace Max Fried to the mound. Fried (4-2, 2.91 ERA) is looking to bounce back from a tough outing last Friday in Milwaukee, where he allowed five runs over six innings with three walks in a 6-0 loss to the Brewers. He'll face Orioles right-hander Kyle Bradish (1-5, 4.83 ERA), who has struggled to find his rhythm this season.
Wednesday's first pitch has been moved up to 1:05 p.m. from the original 6:35 p.m. start due to forecasts of inclement weather tonight. It's a pivotal matchup for both teams, with the Yankees aiming to build momentum and Volpe looking to make an immediate impact in the big leagues.
As the young shortstop steps into the spotlight, fans will be watching closely to see if he can spark the lineup and help the Yanks head back to New York with a series win.
