Giancarlo Stanton's Injuries Mean Yankees Must Fix a Big Lineup Problem

A potential 2025 lineup without Stanton could look like this:

1. Austin Wells, C
2. Aaron Judge, CF
3. Cody Bellinger, RF
4. Paul Goldschmidt, 1B
5. Jazz Chisholm Jr., 2B
6. Anthony Volpe, SS
7. Ben Rice, DH
8. Oswaldo Cabrera, 3B
9. Jasson Domínguez, LF

This lineup leans heavily on left-handed bats, making Stanton's absence even more problematic. The lack of right-handed power behind Aaron Judge and Paul Goldschmidt could become a major issue.

The Yankees would have to look outside the organization to replace Stanton's production from the right side at this point, 

J.D. Martinez, one of the top remaining free agents, is a logical fit as a right-handed DH with consistent power. Martinez hit 33 home runs with a .893 OPS in 2023 and could provide much-needed balance to the lineup. 

Another option is trading for Nolan Arenado, who was previously linked to the Yankees. Arenado's right-handed bat would help replace Stanton's lost power while improving the infield defense.

As the season approaches, the Yankees must decide quickly whether to rely on internal options like Domínguez or Rice at DH or make an aggressive move to shore up their right-handed power. If Stanton's PRP treatment fails and surgery becomes necessary, the Yankees must act fast to keep their lineup competitive.