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Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton could return for the playoffs after a 5 1/2-month absence
- On Wednesday, New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone reported that designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton and outfielder Trent Grisham took live at-bats and ran the bases at Double-A Somerset ahead of next week's Wild Card Series.
- Stanton has been on the injured list since April 24, 2026, missing 5 1/2 months due to three separate calf strains, including his current right calf issue that has sidelined him throughout most of the season.
- Boone described the duo as "knocking on the door" but remained noncommittal about postseason availability, noting Stanton would likely be restricted to a "pinch-hit scenario" if cleared to return.
- The Yankees clinched the top American League Wild Card spot and will host the Boston Red Sox in a best-of-three series starting Tuesday at Yankee Stadium.
- While star Aaron Judge remains doubtful to return this year due to a persistent calf injury, Grisham might have a better chance at activation given the team's outfield depth concerns.
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Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton Poised for Playoffs Return After Injury
NEW YORK — Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton could return for the playoffs after a 5 1/2-month absence due to calf strains. Stanton faced pitchers Wednesday at Double-A Somerset along with center fielder Trent Grisham, sidelined since straining his right hamstring on Sept. 4. Both ran the bases and Stanton homered while taking six or seven at-bats. “Putting them on the outskirts of the conversation,” New York manager Aaron Boone, bothered by a c…
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