Some key Yankees players want Anthony Volpe on the team, sources say, and that can’t hurt his chances.
Managing partner Hal Steinbrenner spoke enthusiastically about Volpe, and while he isn’t taking sides publicly, he also said, “If I really, really feel strongly about something then I’m probably going to make sure it’s done.”
It isn’t known if Volpe qualifies there, and Steinbrenner also said positive things about Oswald Peraza. But the momentum seems to be for Volpe. A lot can change in two weeks, but he’s quickly gone from long shot to possible favorite.
Anthony Volpe has made a strong case to be included on the Yankees’ roster.APPlayers aren’t campaigning publicly. Aaron Judge only said the Yankees need to take the “best” players. That should include Volpe. …
Carlos Rodon’s range of motion has quickly improved and he should be on a mound again soon. …
Joey Gallo looks good at first base, Twins baseball president Derek Falvey told us on The Post podcast “The Show.” No surprise, he avoided New York writers in Fort Myers. Even a reminder of his unhappy year here won’t be good. Perhaps he’ll like “Minnesota nice” better. …
Blame the WBC for Edwin Diaz’s injury if you like. But Dodgers shortstop Gavin Lux went out for the year after hurting his knee in a regular spring game.
Zack Britton, who threw for scouts on Thursday, is an old Orioles friend of Buck Showalter’s and making more and more sense for the Mets.
