Giancarlo Stanton returns and reacts to Yankees fan ovation and lineup depth originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Giancarlo Stanton’s 2025 season finally started Monday night in the Bronx — and Yankees fans let him know they hadn’t forgotten.

New York Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton went 2-for-4 with a double in his season debut Monday night after missing the team's first 70 games due to elbow inflammation. The Yankees reinstated Stanton from the 60-day injured list ahead of their home game against the Los Angeles Angels.

NEW YORK — Giancarlo Stanton’s return 71 games into the Yankees’ season Monday night wasn’t instant gratification for an offense that leads the American League in runs scored, hitting and homers but is colder than it’s been all season.