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Yankees Tap the Brakes on Stanton Return as Rodón Lines Up for Next Start

New York signals caution after uneven rehab outings.

Overview

  • Manager Aaron Boone said Tuesday that Giancarlo Stanton has not resumed running and will stay on the injured list despite being eligible to return from a right calf strain.
  • After a rough Triple-A outing Tuesday, Boone said Carlos Rodón has met his rehab goals and is expected to make his next start for the Yankees.
  • The team optioned rookie Elmer Rodríguez to Triple-A to open a rotation spot, a move made after Tuesday’s game to prepare for Rodón’s activation.
  • Gerrit Cole built up to 69 pitches in a High-A rehab start Tuesday but allowed five to six runs depending on reports, and Boone said he remains a little ways from rejoining the rotation.
  • Jasson Domínguez has filled Stanton’s at-bats at DH and in the outfield, and the Yankees’ strong pitching to start the year has given them room to be patient with injured stars.