Stanton Returns to Yankees Outfield in Astros Win

Giancarlo Stanton made his first outfield appearance for the Yankees since September 2023, helping the team secure a narrow win over the Houston Astros. Stanton showed no signs of aggravating his old injuries and contributed both offensively and defensively. His return was prompted by Aaron Judge’s ongoing restriction to designated hitter duties as he recovers from an elbow injury. Manager Aaron Boone emphasized the importance of managing Stanton’s workload to keep him healthy for a potential postseason run. The Yankees, having struggled after a strong start to the season, are relying on Stanton's ability to handle part-time outfield duties to maintain lineup flexibility. Boone's leadership remains under scrutiny as the team fights to stay in playoff contention.