Two former Vanderbilt recruits, Anthony Volpe and Spencer Jones, now find themselves in the New York Yankees organization after being drafted by the team. Volpe was drafted in 2019 and Jones in 2021. Vanderbilt head coach Tim Corbin had high praise for both players, highlighting their competitive spirit and strong character as qualities that align with what he looks for in players for his program.
The Yankees have a history of drafting players from Vanderbilt, showing that they value the qualities instilled in players by Corbin. Corbin described Volpe as a championship-caliber player with a charismatic personality, and Jones as a talented individual who is likely to make a significant impact in the big leagues.
The two players have a history of playing together on the high school showcase circuit, with Jones acknowledging Volpe as a tough competitor. Now teammates in the Yankees organization, both players are looking forward to contributing to the team’s success in the coming seasons.
While Jones and the Commodores made it to the College World Series finals in 2021, they fell short of a national title. In an alternate scenario where Volpe had gone to Vanderbilt instead of signing with the Yankees, he could have been part of that team. However, in this reality, both Volpe and Jones have the opportunity to make their mark on the big league stage. Corbin believes that both players have what it takes to succeed at the highest level in baseball.
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