Giancarlo Stanton Takes Live Batting Practice Amid Hopes for Quick Return

Giancarlo Stanton is progressing toward a return, taking live batting practice at Yankee Stadium for the second time in four days on Saturday afternoon. While he remains on the injured list, the New York Yankees are hopeful he will rejoin the lineup "sooner rather than later" to help stabilize an offense currently missing Aaron Judge and Austin Wells. Stanton’s return is seen as vital for a club navigating a difficult period of roster instability and significant health issues.