Giancarlo Stanton is once again out of the New York Yankees lineup, this time because of tendonitis in both elbows. While fans expected him to begin a rehab assignment soon, that will not happen yet. According to Yankees manager Aaron Boone, Stanton is not ready and there is no set timeline for his return.
This update came during the Subway Series against the New York Mets over the weekend, where the Yankees won two out of three games. Brian Hoch of MLB.com shared the news on X, formerly Twitter, shortly before the final game of the series. Although the Yankees beat the Mets, the lack of progress from Stanton was the biggest story.
- Giancarlo Stanton remains out with tendonitis in both elbows and Yankees manager Aaron Boone says there is no set timeline for his return.
- Stanton’s 2024 stats include 97 hits, 72 RBIs, and 27 home runs, but ongoing injury concerns are fueling trade speculation, including possible links to the Mariners.
- Ben Rice is filling in at Designated Hitter, while the Yankees continue strong offensive performance with Cody Bellinger and Aaron Judge leading the lineup.
Stanton’s Past Numbers Still Matter, But His Health Is the Problem
In 2018, he hit a 121.7 MPH home run, the fastest ever recorded in Major League Baseball. During the 2024 season, he had 97 hits, 72 RBIs, and 27 home runs, which shows how much power he still has.
However, his ability to stay on the field is the issue. This latest injury is not a surprise to many. In fact, Zachary Howell of ClutchPoints said that some believe Stanton may never play a full season again.
The Yankees have had to adjust. For now, Ben Rice, a second-year player, is filling in as Designated Hitter. Rice is doing a solid job, hitting .250 with 35 hits, 26 runs, and 9 home runs in 140 at-bats.
In addition, other big names are performing well. Cody Bellinger hit a grand slam in the Yankees’ recent win, and Aaron Judge is leading the team with an impressive .401 batting average. Because of this, the Yankees are still producing strong results without Stanton.
Trade Rumors Begin as Patience Wears Thin
Since Stanton is not close to returning, and the Yankees have enough hitters producing runs, trade talk has started. Some insiders have pointed to the Seattle Mariners as a possible fit.
There is a reason behind this speculation. First, the Yankees may want to clear Stanton’s roster spot. Second, they might prefer to invest in younger, more durable players. Still, trading Stanton would not be simple. His contract is large, and his injury record may scare off other teams.
Boone has not confirmed or denied any trade talks, but the silence about Stanton’s return is making the situation harder to ignore. There’s a growing feeling that the team might have to make a hard decision soon.
