Yankees’ designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton exited Saturday night’s 8-3 victory over the Atlanta Braves due to left hamstring tightness. Stanton left the game after scoring in the fourth inning and is set for imaging on Sunday to determine the injury’s severity. Yankees manager Aaron Boone said Stanton needed to come out after experiencing discomfort, adding optimism that Stanton’s spirits remain high despite his prior injuries.
Trent Grisham replaced Stanton in the sixth inning. Boone noted Stanton walked gingerly out of the locker room, but expressed hope that the injury won’t sideline him for long. Stanton, who has faced several injuries over the past five seasons, has been a key player for the Yankees this season, batting .246 with 18 home runs and 45 RBIs in 69 of the team’s first 79 games.
Stanton arrived at spring training in better shape after missing significant time in previous seasons due to various injuries. Aaron Judge, who also homered in the game, lauded Stanton’s impact on the team, underscoring his clutch performances and significant offensive contributions. The Yankees hope for a swift recovery as they await the results of Stanton’s upcoming tests.
