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Shifting gears, the conversation quickly transitioned to critical injury reports from both the Mets and the Yankees. Jean Carlos Stanton's nagging issue with tennis elbow became a topic of serious concern. Spring training tends to amplify injury statuses, and Stanton's history of injuries sparked worries that he might miss considerable time.
The Yankees seem to find themselves in a precarious position; without Stanton, their outfield lacks depth. The uncertainty of his readiness for opening day compounded the urgency for the Yankees to explore available options on the market for replacements.