Stanton’s Path Back to the Yankees Grows Brighter After Rehab Outing
SOMERSET, NJ – New York Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton expressed optimism regarding his return to the Major Leagues as he completed a successful rehab outing with the Double-A Patriots on Tuesday. Following the game, in which Somerset triumphed 8-1 over the Portland Sea Dogs, Stanton indicated that the next phase of his recovery hinges on his performance at the plate.
“I gotta get some real at-bats in a game and let me figure it out,” Stanton told reporters, emphasizing the importance of evaluating his performance. He delivered a standout performance, going 2-for-3 with three RBIs, notably driving in two runs with a line drive single to left-center. His contributions helped propel the Patriots to an early lead, demonstrating his readiness to rejoin the big leagues.
In addition to Stanton’s efforts, the Patriots are set to welcome another Yankees player, pitcher Marcus Stroman, who is expected to start in a doubleheader against Portland today. Stroman has been sidelined since April 12 due to left knee inflammation and aims to shake off a rough season start.
While the focus has largely been on top prospects like Spencer Jones and George Lombard Jr., players like Brendan Jones and Roc Riggio are also making an impact. Jones added a solid 1-for-3 performance with three RBIs, while Riggio, who is quickly rising in the Yankees’ farm system, recorded a 2-for-5 night with two runs scored.
The excitement surrounding the Patriots’ roster and their performances signals positive developments for the Yankees’ future as Stanton inches closer to rejoining the team. For further updates on the Somerset Patriots, stay tuned to Fox Sports Radio New Jersey.
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