Stanton won't need to build up endurance to play the field, given that he only is a DH at this point in his career. The other dilemma? Ben Rice has been a star as the Yankees' DH.

Giancarlo Stanton’s return to the Yankees lineup might finally be inching closer, but for now, it’s still in limbo. Manager Aaron Boone told reporters before Saturday’s game that there is no set date for Stanton to begin a rehab assignment.

Before Saturday's game, New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone commented on the injury status of veteran slugger Giancarlo Stanton.