Stanton bounce back? Arrives at Spring slimmer, why we’re skeptical

The New York Yankees were no doubt disappointed in the performance of Giancarlo Stanton in 2023—so was Stanton. He reported to camp noticeably thinner, hoping for a resurgence in 2024, but how realistic is it to expect? Stacey and Steve discuss their expectations when it comes to Stanton. Spoiler alert: They’re in opposite camps. Next, Austin Wells made it to Spring Training fully healthy, unlike in 2023, when he missed it and missed most of the month of April because of a broken rib. Stacey and Steve talk about the chances Wells has to leapfrog over Ben Rortvedt in the depth chart and how practical it is to think Wells will start the season with the Yankees. Then there are some updates from camp, like Jasson Dominguez possibly returning sooner than expected, and the Spring Training rotation is set for the first set of games this weekend. Can you believe it? And finally, MLB.tv will be renewing soon, and there are some updates you should know about. Stanton Article: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/39558048/yankees-giancarlo-stanton-turns-page-career-worst-seasonWells Article (PAID): https://theathletic.com/5282667/2024/02/18/yankees-austin-wells-catcher/Join the LOY Insiders Club! https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonyankeesWhat is the insider's club? https://youtu.be/BItWi-kbIJY?t=1468Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH5857VCyYLAzsWr9vHk4sQFollow Stacey On Twitter: https://twitter.com/StaceGotsSubscribe to Steve’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stevegranadoFollow Steve On Twitter: https://twitter.com/SteveGranadoFollow the Show On Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnYankeesSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!BackblazeReceive a fully-featured no risk free trial at Backblaze.com/lockedonmlb. Go there, play with it, start protecting yourself from potential bad times! eBay MotorsWith all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to turn your car into the MVP and bring home that win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers.GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase.FanDuelNew customers, join today and you’ll get ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS if your first bet of FIVE DOLLARS or more wins. Visit FanDuel.com/LOCKEDON to get started.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices