Giancarlo Stanton’s Off Day
Despite Giancarlo Stanton’s impressive start to the season, hitting 10-for-20 in the first five games, Yankees manager Aaron Boone opted to bench him for the series finale against the Mariners to manage his long-term health. Boone emphasized the importance of discipline in Stanton’s day off, a strategy that proved beneficial last season. Ben Rice took over as DH, with Paul Goldschmidt at first and Amed Rosario starting at third base, as the Yankees aim to keep Stanton available throughout the season.
