New York Yankees star Giancarlo Stanton remains uncertain for the team’s March 27 opener against Milwaukee as he navigates painful elbow tendinitis in both arms. The 35-year-old slugger admitted he hasn’t swung a bat in three to four weeks, raising alarms about his readiness for the 2025 season.
Stanton revealed during Monday’s press conference that he played through chronic pain during much of the Yankees’ 2024 World Series campaign.
Tennis elbow involves tendon tears—it’s not about pain coming and going. You’re always managing it,he stated, emphasizing the injury’s persistent nature. While hopeful about a five-to-six-week recovery window, Stanton refused to confirm his availability for Opening Day.
The five-time All-Star’s 2024 performance highlights his value despite physical struggles:
- .233 batting average with 27 home runs
- 72 RBIs across 114 regular-season games
- .273 postseason average with 7 crucial homers
Manager Aaron Boone now faces lineup decisions as Stanton’s elbow tendinitis complicates spring training preparations. The Yankees’ medical team is prioritizing a gradual rehab program to avoid aggravating the chronic condition that sidelined him for 37 games last year with a hamstring strain.
With Opening Day looming, Stanton’s progress will be closely monitored. His ability to contribute power hitting remains vital for New York’s championship aspirations, making this injury crisis a pivotal storyline in MLB’s preseason.
