Giancarlo Stanton has been a force for the New York Yankees, especially during the postseason, when healthy. Stanton, who’s entering his eighth season with the Yankees, has only eclipsed 130 games in a season twice,

While there is still so much uncertainty surrounding the elbow issues forcing New York Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton to begin the 2025 season on the injured list, a potential timeline for return is starting to take shape.

"With Stanton out, Rice is a logical replacement. His defense behind the plate and at first base isn’t the best, but he has already displayed immense power in the first few spring games. Yankees officials believe in Rice’s ability to be a quality major-league hitter. He should be in the lineup on Opening Day."