Yankees' Aaron Boone Makes Giancarlo Stanton Announcement Ahead of Rays Series
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The New York Yankees have been playing Giancarlo Stanton in right field with Aaron Judge serving as the designated hitter while he recovers from a flexor strain.
Judge figures to return to the outfield at some point, but until then, Stanton will see time in the outfield. Stanton played right field last Wednesday, but did not play again until a pinch-hit appearance on Sunday.
His status for the Yankees' two-game series against the Rays was unknown, but Aaron Boone just revealed the team's plans for him during his appearance on "Talkin' Yanks."
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 13: Giancarlo Stanton #27 of the New York Yankees reacts after striking out during the sixth inning against the Minnesota Twins at Yankee Stadium on August 13, 2025 in...
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 13: Giancarlo Stanton #27 of the New York Yankees reacts after striking out during the sixth inning against the Minnesota Twins at Yankee Stadium on August 13, 2025 in New York City. More"Aaron Boone tells us Giancarlo Stanton will play right field in Tampa (Tuesday), then will sit (Wednesday) night ahead of the Boston series," "Talkin' Yanks" wrote on X.
Stanton is having a great year, slashing .299/.377/.576 with 12 home runs through 44 games. The former MVP can still get the job done at the plate, but injuries have caught up to him, limiting his speed and ability to play defense.
Regardless, he is willing to play in right field to help the team win while Judge recovers. His bat is difficult to keep out of the lineup, but the Yankees need to be cautious with him. While they need him in right field right now, they likely do not want to risk losing him for an extended period of time.
The upcoming series against the Red Sox is a pivotal one for the Yankees. Both teams are tied for second in the American League East and in the wild-card race. Resting Stanton leading into the series likely has to do with the team realizing the importance of beating the Red Sox.
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