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Giancarlo Stanton news
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The gist
Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton nears end of running program after calf strain. His return could boost a lineup that ranks 20th in offense since April 25.
Background
Giancarlo Stanton has been out since late April with a right calf strain. He was spotted running bases and doing agility drills at Yankee Stadium, and manager Aaron Boone says he is responding well to increased intensity, though no timeline for return has been set. The Yankees' offense has struggled without him, ranking 20th in the sport since his injury.
How it unfolded
- Apr 25, 2026Stanton injured his right calf, landing on the IL.
- Aug 12, 2026Stanton was seen in the dugout during a game against the Mariners.
- Aug 18, 2026Boone announced Stanton is toward the end of his running program and doing well.
- Aug 21, 2026Boone reported Stanton suffered another calf strain during rehab.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- Manager Aaron Boone says Stanton is responding well to increased intensity but has no timeline for return.
- Analysts
- Some writers speculate Stanton may become a platoon player when he returns, given the team's depth.
Still unverified
The report of Stanton suffering another calf strain on Aug 21 is from a single source (NBC Sports) and has not been confirmed by the Yankees.