Yankees manager Aaron Boone told reporters that Stanton will stay in Tampa at the Yankees' minor league complex this week, taking live batting practice. He said he could “potentially” start a rehab assignment next week. It’s progress, but with Stanton, there’s always a wait-and-see vibe.

Yankees manager Aaron Boone was not ready on Wednesday to announce the next steps for Giancarlo Stanton’s return from the injured list. But the slugger’s timetable is gradually becoming clearer.

The New York Yankees lineup could get a boost soon with rumblings that Giancarlo Stanton is just a couple of weeks away from returning to action. The Yankees’ designated hitter has been sidelined the entire season due to epicondylitis in both elbows.