The New York Yankees are navigating a challenging start to the season with key players like Giancarlo Stanton and Clarke Schmidt dealing with injuries. Stanton is showing signs of improvement but has no set return date, while Schmidt is expected back in mid-April. Additionally, Allan Winans was placed on the injured list, further straining the team’s pitching depth.
Read Full Story Here –
Yankees’ Injury Updates: Stanton, Schmidt, and Winans
The New York Yankees experienced their first loss of the season on Tuesday, a familiar scenario as their bats went quiet and the bullpen faltered. While it’s early in the season, this is a reminder that such occurrences might be frequent this year.
Giancarlo Stanton’s Elbow Injury
The Yankees are eagerly awaiting the return of Giancarlo Stanton, who was one of the first players to be sidelined during spring training due to elbow injuries. Stanton has shown signs of improvement and resumed indoor hitting on March 29 after receiving platelet-rich plasma injections. There has been speculation that the “torpedo” bats Stanton used in 2024 might have exacerbated his condition, though he has not confirmed this. Despite the uncertainty, Stanton plans to continue using the torpedo bats once he is activated from the injured list. Currently, there is no set timetable for his return, and he will need to complete a rehab assignment before rejoining the active roster.
Clarke Schmidt’s Return Date
Clarke Schmidt, another key player affected by injuries during spring training, is expected to return to the Yankees’ lineup on April 15-16 against the Kansas City Royals. Schmidt initially suffered back and shoulder issues, which delayed his readiness for the start of the season. He managed only 1⅔ innings of spring action and was limited to simulated games and live batting practices. The Yankees wisely pushed back his return to ensure he is fully prepared, and he will make two rehab starts before being activated.
Allan Winans on the Injured List
The Yankees’ depth took a hit when offseason acquisition Allan Winans was placed on the 7-day injured list by the RailRiders on Tuesday. Winans, who was claimed off waivers from the Braves, had an unimpressive spring with a 5.02 ERA and 1.53 WHIP in 14⅓ innings pitched. No specific injury was listed, leaving fans in the dark about the extent of his condition. While Winans was not expected to be a major factor in 2025, his absence will be felt given the Yankees’ early-season pitching losses.
