There is a lot of buzz surrounding Anthony Volpe and his potential. Volpe is the New York Yankees' top prospect and the number five prospect in the league, per MLB. The 21-year-old shortstop from Morristown, New Jersey, was recently called up to the Yankees AAA affiliate to the delight of Yankees fans.While some fans don't follow lesser-known prospects, Yankees fans are well aware of Anthony Volpe and his capabilities. The right-hander is already a fan favorite among the Yankees faithful, even though he has yet to play a game in the majors. Since he was selected in the first round of the 2019 MLB draft and given a massive $2.7 million bonus, fans have followed his progress closely.Talkin' Yanks@TalkinYanksAnthony Volpe is off to a nice start in four Triple-A games:8-for-17 (.471), 2B, BB, SB, 1.029 OPS3469138Anthony Volpe is off to a nice start in four Triple-A games:8-for-17 (.471), 2B, BB, SB, 1.029 OPS https://t.co/v7Kab69ztxThe young infielder has worked his way up the Yankees ladder since 2019 and is now one step away from a major league debut. Fans are giddy at the idea of Volpe coming up and providing a much-needed spark to a Yankees lineup that has struggled of late.MichiganYankees@MichiganYankeesThe Future Face of the Franchise. Anthony Volpe. 38233The Future Face of the Franchise. Anthony Volpe. https://t.co/utFiaNR0GEAT@YankeeWRLDAnthony Volpe finally getting a taste of AAA is huge I want him starting in the Bronx on Opening Day next year95924Anthony Volpe finally getting a taste of AAA is huge I want him starting in the Bronx on Opening Day next yearAnthony Volpe continues to put up standout numbers. He started the season playing AA ball and had a rocky start to the year. After settling into the Somerset Patriots, Volpe ended up with 18 home runs and 60 RBIs in 110 games. Add to that an impressive .348 OBP and 44 steals, and it's clear the shortstop is a major offensive threat.derek sowards@PaintItBlack99@Big_puma1363742 @TalkinYanks Peraza is the better SS. Volpe at 2nd. Cabrera at 3rd.12@Big_puma1363742 @TalkinYanks Peraza is the better SS. Volpe at 2nd. Cabrera at 3rd.Chris Dixon@cdixon25Loved watching Anthony Volpe play when the Patriots were in Portland this season and it’s great to see his success carry into Triple-A.Big things are coming from him. I can’t wait to see him join the #Yankees.5Loved watching Anthony Volpe play when the Patriots were in Portland this season and it’s great to see his success carry into Triple-A.Big things are coming from him. I can’t wait to see him join the #Yankees.The trust the organization has in Volpe is evident. In his first game with the Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes Barre RailRiders, he was handed the leadoff spot and played shortstop. After only four games with the club, he already has a a four-game hit streak.Anthony Volpe is the New York Yankees' top prospect and the fifth-ranked MLB prospectManager Aaron Boone meets with the media before the game against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park.The step up to AAA obviously hasn't fazed the young prospect. He has continued to produce even at a higher level of competition. Volpe is 8-17 (.471) with two runs, two RBIs and an astounishing 1.029 OPS.Bryan@Bryan_Keeley1@TalkinYanks I hope we don't ruin him8@TalkinYanks I hope we don't ruin himAlthough Volpe is still young and there are doubts whether his skillset will translate to the majors, fans are thrilled with his progress. Many are calling for him to be called up at the tender age of 21. That may seem young, but let's not forget another Yankees shortstop, a Mr. Derek Jeter, who made his first MLB appearance at the same age, and that worked out pretty well.David Lavery@DavidLavery138@swbrailriders Jeter was called up at the end of 95. No reason Volpe shouldn't get the call.1@swbrailriders Jeter was called up at the end of 95. No reason Volpe shouldn't get the call.Luis Lopez@Big_puma1363742@TalkinYanks He came he saw he conquered bring him up now ....Him at Short Peraza at 2nd and Cabrera at 3rd Left and Right field ....this would be the kick start this team needs to get rolling again.....lmao ..it wouldn't even be controversial if I was running things I'll tell yah4@TalkinYanks He came he saw he conquered bring him up now ....Him at Short Peraza at 2nd and Cabrera at 3rd Left and Right field ....this would be the kick start this team needs to get rolling again.....lmao ..it wouldn't even be controversial if I was running things I'll tell yahThe Yankees have been on a terrible run over the past two months. Brian Cashman and Aaron Boone have finally decided to change their strategy. Oswaldo Cabrera, Oswald Peraza, and Greg Weissert have all been called up from the minors. Young additions have added a spark to the lineup and improved the team's defense.Joe Randazzo@YankeelibrarianThe Yankees are one more injury away from me going insane and announcing that they need to call up Anthony Volpe twitter.com/nyy_prospects/…Yankees Prospect Watch@NYY_ProspectsAnthony Volpe just refuses to stop hitting. He gets his third hit of the game and laces a game-tying RBI single to bring home Ryan LaMarre in the seventh to make it 2-2. He is now 8-for-16 in Triple-A.882Anthony Volpe just refuses to stop hitting. He gets his third hit of the game and laces a game-tying RBI single to bring home Ryan LaMarre in the seventh to make it 2-2. He is now 8-for-16 in Triple-A.The Yankees are one more injury away from me going insane and announcing that they need to call up Anthony Volpe 😂 twitter.com/nyy_prospects/…𝐅𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐊𝐈𝐄 @FrankiesTwoLoudIf the injuries continue to mount on the offensive side, the Yankees might be forced to call up Anthony Volpe45If the injuries continue to mount on the offensive side, the Yankees might be forced to call up Anthony VolpeBaseball fans around the country should remember the name Anthony Volpe. Whether his future lies with the Yankees or another organization, he is here to stay. With injuries piling up and shortstop a problem area for the Yankees, Volpe could make his major league debut sooner than expected.