Giancarlo Stanton’s Yankees return near
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Ben Rice may be part of lineup twist Boone hinted at originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Giancarlo Stanton could be back in the Yankees’ lineup as soon as this weekend. And when he returns, he’ll take over the designated hitter spot. That means fewer chances for Ben Rice—at least at DH.
Giancarlo Stanton has made it clear that he would prefer to wrap up his Minor League rehab assignment as quickly as possible. It appears that it might not happen this weekend. Stanton is expected to play in a fourth rehab game for Double-A Somerset on Saturday,
With Giancarlo Stanton nearing a return, the Yankees are considering giving Ben Rice a look behind the plate. Read more at MLBTR.
Giancarlo Stanton, the reigning ALCS MVP, is one step closer to rejoining the New York Yankees. Stanton will begin a minor-league rehab assignment with the Double-A Somerset Patriots on Tuesday, the team announced. He has not yet played this season due to what amounts to tennis elbow in both elbows.