Anthony Volpe wins over Yankees fans with grand slam and 5 RBIs in rousing return to majors

New York Yankees’ Anthony Volpe is congratulated after hitting a grand slam during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies, Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

New York Yankees’ Anthony Volpe hits a grand slam during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies, Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

New York Yankees’ Anthony Volpe hits a run scoring single during the second inning of a baseball game against the Colorado Rockies, Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

Colorado Rockies relief pitcher Jimmy Herget reacts after giving up a grand slam to New York Yankees’ Anthony Volpe during the seventh inning of a baseball game Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

New York Yankees’ Anthony Volpe celebrates with teammate after defeating the Colorado Rockies in a baseball game, Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026, in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)