Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton Returns to New York for Medical Evaluation
The 35-year-old slugger has not participated in spring training due to persistent elbow tendinitis and is being assessed by the team's doctor.
- Giancarlo Stanton has left the Yankees' spring training camp in Tampa to undergo medical testing in New York.
- The designated hitter has been dealing with tendinitis in both elbows, which has prevented him from participating in baseball activities since camp began on February 16.
- Yankees manager Aaron Boone confirmed that Stanton is undergoing treatment but stated there is no timeline for his return to baseball activities.
- Stanton revealed he has not swung a bat in three to four weeks and his readiness for Opening Day is uncertain.
- The Yankees are prioritizing Stanton's recovery now to avoid prolonged absences during the regular season, acknowledging his elbow issues may require ongoing management.