Uncertainty surrounds Giancarlo Stanton and the New York Yankees as the powerful hitter deals with elbow injuries that could require surgery. Stanton, who is sidelined during spring training, has revealed the severity of his ailments, attributing his problems to swing adjustments made during last season’s MLB campaign.
The possibility of surgery raises serious concerns for the Yankees, who had Stanton as a key piece in their lineup for the 2025 season. The news comes at a delicate time for the team, which is already facing the departure of Juan Soto and seeks to maintain a powerful offense led by Aaron Judge. Stanton’s extended absence could deal a significant blow to the Yankees’ aspirations.
Stanton’s current situation has generated significant concern both inside and outside the organization. The fact that his return to baseball activities is uncertain, according to report of Bryan Hoch of MLB.com, adds a layer of anxiety:
“Giancarlo Stanton said his elbow injuries are ‘considered severe in both elbows.’ He attributes it to ‘bat adjustments’ from last season and is unsure when he will be able to resume baseball activities. If surgery is needed, he said it would be season-ending.”
Giancarlo Stanton #27 of the New York Yankees at bat during the game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Yankee Stadium on September 22, 2023 in the Bronx borough of New York City. The Yankees won 7-1. (Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
Aaron Boone’s vision of Stanton
Yankees manager Aaron Boone has expressed uncertainty about the production Stanton will be able to offer in the coming months. “He’s just moving slowly, and we’re hopeful we get to a point where we start ramping him up,” Boone said, per the New York Post. “He seems like he’s in a good frame of mind. We’ll just listen to the body.”
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Uncertainty about Stanton’s future and his Career
The possibility of Stanton undergoing surgery and missing the entire MLB season raises uncertainty about his future in baseball. His age and injury history could affect his performance and availability in the coming years. The key question is how Stanton will recover from surgery, if necessary, and how this will impact his ability to return to his previous level of play.
