Giancarlo Stanton
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May 31, 2026
Takes step forward in recovery
Stanton (calf) has begun running outside, per MLB.com.
Analysis
It's a notable step in Stanton's movement toward a return to action, as he hadn't previously been cleared to run. The slugger underwent imaging earlier this week, and the encouraging results of those tests prompted team doctors to allow Stanton to begin running. It's still not clear when the 36-year-old will be ready to be activated from the injured list though, and he may need a rehab assignment first given that he hasn't played since late April.
May 25, 2026
Will get imaging during coming week
Stanton (calf) is slated to undergo imaging in the next week, per MLB.com.
Analysis
Stanton has been hitting and doing plyometric exercises, but he's yet to clear the big obstacle of being able to run. Should the imaging look good, the slugger could be ready for the next step in his rehab. Stanton hasn't played in a game since April 24, so he'll probably need a rehab assignment before returning to the Yankees' lineup.