Stanton was expected to return to the Yankees’ lineup for Monday’s series-opener against the Angels in the Bronx, according to multiple reports, including SNY’s Andy Martino. Stanton was set face the right-handed José Soriano in his first big league game since the 2024 World Series.

The New York Yankees are hoping Giancarlo Stanton is on his way back to the lineup. The superstar slugger has not played this season while dealing with an elbow injury, but is closing in on his return,