It's year three, and Anthony Volpe's struggles are still one of the New York Yankees' top storylines. The former top prospect has failed to live up to expectations, hitting lows not seen in over a century. There have been promising moments, for sure, like the 24-year-old's midsummer homer barrage, but the flashes have dissipated just as quickly as they came.
Part of the fans' frustration has been the lack of answers the team can provide. Brian Cashman has repeatedly defended the youngster he anointed as the shortstop of the future without anything beyond some token competition.