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Yankees Start Series vs Rangers, Stanton Out, Dominguez Debuts

4/28/2026

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Yankees Recall Dominguez

The New York Yankees began a three-game series against the Texas Rangers on Monday night while awaiting an MRI on Giancarlo Stanton’s right calf.
Manager Aaron Boone said a decision on Stanton’s status will follow the MRI, noting he remains on the active roster but was not in the lineup.
The Yankees recalled Jasson Dominguez from Triple-A to serve as the designated hitter, batting sixth in his season debut.

Summary

Domínguez Returns

Yankees recalled outfielder Jasson Domínguez after he hit .326/.415/.478 with five doubles and three homers in 24 Triple-A games.
The Yankees sit atop the AL East at 18-10, hold a +47 run differential, and saw an eight-game winning streak end on Sunday despite strong offense.
Jazz Chisholm Jr., Austin Wells and Trent Grisham have underperformed.

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Volpe Rehab Decision

Anthony Volpe remains in a Double-A rehab assignment working on his timing at the plate.
Aaron Boone said the Yankees have not yet decided whether Volpe will join the major-league roster for Friday’s start.
If Volpe returns, Jasson Domínguez could be sent back to Triple-A, ending his brief major-league stint.
Giancarlo Stanton stays off the injured list because Yankees believe he can return faster than an IL stint would allow.

History

Historical Context

In 1998, manager Joe Torre guided the New York Yankees through mid-season injuries by inserting younger players, a move that helped the club post a franchise-record 114-48 regular-season tally and capture the World Series. The season illustrates how timely rookie promotions can preserve offensive output during injury crises through strategic roster adjustments.

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Yankees Recall Dominguez

The New York Yankees began a three-game series against the Texas Rangers on Monday night while awaiting an MRI on Giancarlo Stanton’s right calf.
Manager Aaron Boone said a decision on Stanton’s status will follow the MRI, noting he remains on the active roster but was not in the lineup.
The Yankees recalled Jasson Dominguez from Triple-A to serve as the designated hitter, batting sixth in his season debut.

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