Miami’s $325 million superstar Giancarlo Stanton has been away from MLB action since June 26th, when he fractured his hamate bone. And now, seemingly nearing a return, Stanton may end up being sidelined until 2016.
From MLB.com’s Marlins reporter Joe Frisaro:
MIAMI — Giancarlo Stanton is doing everything within his power to return this season, but the Marlins’ All-Star right fielder acknowledged on Sunday there is a chance he won’t.
Stanton still hasn’t regained full strength in his left hand, which is causing discomfort when he swings. Until that goes away, don’t expect to see the slugger in the Miami lineup.