Giancarlo Stanton is set to return to the New York Yankees lineup against the Los Angeles Angels after missing the first 70 games of the season due to elbow injuries. The 35-year-old designated hitter's return brings optimism as the Yankees maintain a 3.5-game lead in the American League East. Last year, Stanton posted a .233 batting average with 27 home runs across 114 games, showcasing his power during the Yankees’ postseason run, where he hit .273 with seven home runs. His absence allowed Ben Rice to step into the DH role, where he performed adequately, hitting .227 with a 113 OPS+.