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Yankees Place Stanton on 60-Day IL, Promote De La Cruz

5/2/2025

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The New York Yankees have officially placed Giancarlo Stanton on the 60-day injured list due to elbow tendinitis, paving the way for outfielder Bryan De La Cruz, recently claimed off waivers. At 35, Stanton has yet to step onto the field this season, but he’s begun batting practice, as the team takes a careful approach to his recovery.

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The New York Yankees have officially placed Giancarlo Stanton on the 60-day injured list due to elbow tendinitis, paving the way for outfielder Bryan De La Cruz, recently claimed off waivers. At 35, Stanton has yet to step onto the field this season, but he’s begun batting practice, as the team takes a careful approach to his recovery.