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Yankees Put Stanton on IL, Recall Domínguez.

4/29/2026

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Stanton to IL

After leaving Friday's game with tightness, Giancarlo Stanton was placed on the 10-day injured list on Monday, backdated to April 25, for a calf strain.
Manager Aaron Boone said the injury was not serious but chose the move.
The Yankees recalled 20-year-old outfielder Jasson Domínguez, who went 1-for-4 in Monday's win that moved the team to 19-10.

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Stanton Goes IL

MLB rules require any player placed on the injured list to stay there for a minimum of 10 days.
Boone said Stanton’s calf strain is low-grade, indicating a relatively quick recovery.
The Yankees point to their Triple-A depth, noting Domínguez’s .311/.407/.419 line, to cover Stanton’s absence.
Management expects the lineup to adjust without harming the team’s 19-10 record, citing roster flexibility.

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Rodríguez Debuts

Elmer Rodríguez, 22, will debut on April 29 against the Texas Rangers, taking Will Warren’s start.
He earned a 1.27 ERA over 21.1 Triple-A innings, prompting the Yankees to reshuffle the rotation.
The rotation shift moves Will Warren to start the series finale versus the Baltimore Orioles and sends Luis Gil to Triple-A.
Manager Aaron Boone said Rodríguez could serve as a fifth starter by May 5 if needed.

Summary

Stanton Awaiting MRI

Yankees await MRI results on Giancarlo Stanton’s right calf before confirming his roster status on Monday night.
Stanton, under a 13-year, $325 million contract through 2027, recorded a 94.1 mph exit velocity, 44.3 % hard-hit rate, 18 % barrel rate and cut his strikeout percentage to 30.2 % from 34.2 % in 2025.
After optioning Luis Gil, Yankees have one fewer right-handed starter for the Rangers series and will rely on Cam Schlittler and Will Warren.

History

Historical Context

In 2017 MLB replaced the long-standing 15-day injured-list minimum for position players with a 10-day rule, giving clubs quicker roster flexibility. The Yankees used that flexibility in April 2024, moving rookie Jasson Domínguez into the lineup while Giancarlo Stanton entered the ten-day IL. The change has spurred more frequent roster shuffling across the league.

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Stanton to IL

After leaving Friday's game with tightness, Giancarlo Stanton was placed on the 10-day injured list on Monday, backdated to April 25, for a calf strain.
Manager Aaron Boone said the injury was not serious but chose the move.
The Yankees recalled 20-year-old outfielder Jasson Domínguez, who went 1-for-4 in Monday's win that moved the team to 19-10.

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