Giancarlo Stanton returns to Yankees' Wild Card roster for Red Sox game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 11:00 PM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026
Giancarlo Stanton is included in the New York Yankees' Wild Card roster ahead of their game against the Boston Red Sox. Stanton has not played since April 24 due to leg injuries, including calf strains. Although he may not start, he is expected to be a valuable pinch-hitting option. His performance is crucial as the Yankees face a playoff challenge. The game is set to take place tonight.
- •Stanton missed five months with leg injuries.
- •He hit 24 home runs with a.944 OPS in 2025.
- •Tonight's game against the Red Sox features Payton Tolle as the starter.
- •Stanton is likely to serve as a pinch-hitter.
- 11:00 PMYahoo Sports — Is Giancarlo Stanton playing vs. Red Sox tonight?
"Stanton hasn't played since April 24 due to injury
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