Volpe's Grand Slam Puts Yankees Up 5-2 in Elimination Game 4

Oct 30, 2024, 01:15 AM

Facing elimination in Game 4 of the World Series, the New York Yankees took a 5-2 lead over the Los Angeles Dodgers after hometown hero Anthony Volpe hit a grand slam in the bottom of the third inning. Volpe, who grew up a Yankees fan, redeemed himself after a base running error in the previous inning by delivering the team's first lead since the 10th inning of Game 1. His grand slam off pitcher Daniel Hudson was the sixth of the postseason, setting a Major League Baseball record. The Yankee Stadium crowd erupted, and Volpe received a second roll call, acknowledging the fans with a cap tip.