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Giancarlo Stanton injury and rehabilitation status

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New York Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton has faced significant setbacks in his recovery from a right calf strain sustained in April. In mid-August, Stanton began base running at Yankee Stadium as part of his rehabilitation, with manager Aaron Boone noting he was “doing well” and potentially nearing a return to the lineup. However, Stanton subsequently suffered a moderate-grade strain in his opposite calf after falling while running the bases. This new injury, specifically a left calf strain, has jeopardized his availability for the remainder of the season. Boone indicated that while the team is not officially ruling him out, the timing makes a return to the lineup challenging given the limited weeks remaining in the regular season. Because the injury affects the opposite leg, Stanton must now manage rehabilitation for both calves simultaneously. The injury has sparked discussions regarding his long-term role with the team, given his history of availability issues and his remaining contract status. Amid these injury concerns, captain Aaron Judge is making progress in his recovery from a right rib stress fracture. Judge has ~~begun~~ transitioned from hitting off a tee to taking batting practice in an indoor cage, and has begun outfield running ~~in the outfield,~~ and ~~performing~~ throwing ~~exercises.~~ drills. Manager Aaron Boone indicated the team intends for Judge to return to the field, likely playing in right field rather than strictly as a designated hitter. Other roster updates include pitcher Clarke Schmidt progressing toward a minor league rehab assignment following Tommy John surgery, while first baseman Ben Rice continues to provide offensive support during the absences of Judge, Stanton, and Cody Bellinger.

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