Yankees Move Stanton to 60-Day IL, Add De La Cruz

The New York Yankees have transferred designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton to the 60-day injured list as he recovers from tendinitis in both elbows, with his return targeted for no earlier than late May. This move cleared a roster spot for outfielder Bryan De La Cruz, whom the Yankees claimed off waivers from the Atlanta Braves and subsequently optioned to Triple-A. De La Cruz, a right-handed hitter with power potential despite recent struggles, offers outfield depth and could be a right-handed option against left-handed pitching for the lefty-heavy Yankees roster. Stanton has resumed batting practice, but there remains no firm timetable for his return to game action. The Yankees' offense has continued to perform strongly despite missing key players, leading MLB in several categories. The acquisition of De La Cruz adds roster flexibility as the team navigates injuries.