On Saturday, the New York Yankees played the second game of their series with the Toronto Blue Jays in the Bronx.
The Yankees lost by a score of 4-3.
That said, they can still win the series on Sunday afternoon, as the two teams are tied up at 1-1.
Austin Wells Reacts To Major Yankees Injury News
GettyAustin Wells #28 of the New York Yankees looks on during a game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on July 25, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Ahead of Saturday’s game, the Yankees announced a big update on Giancarlo Stanton.
Bryan Hoch of MLB.com wrote: “Giancarlo Stanton strained his other calf. He fell while running. Moderate grade strain, Aaron Boone said. He may be out for the season.”
Austin Wells was asked about the update on Stanton (via SNY Yankees).
Reporter: “What are your thoughts on what he’s going through this year? He’s now up over 100 games he’s missed.”
Wells: “Just feel terrible for him. I know he wants to be out there every single day with us. So it’s definitely a bummer. It’s another thing there, same thing just hope he can get through it and get back in the lineup when we need him the most here at the end. So I don’t know specifics but you guys might know more than me, but just hoping that he’s able to come back.”
Austin Wells talks about Giancarlo Stanton’s recent setback:
Looking At Stanton
GettyGiancarlo Stanton #27 of the New York Yankees reacts to a 2-run home run during the game against the Tampa Bay Rays at Yankee Stadium on July 31, 2025 in the Bronx borough of New York City.
Stanton is in the middle of his 9th year playing for the Yankees.
He has been out since April 24.
Before getting hurt, Stanton had been batting .256 with 23 hits, three home runs, 14 RBIs, eight runs and one stolen base in 24 games.
The former MVP has also spent time with the Miami Marlins.
Looking At Wells
GettyAustin Wells #28 of the New York Yankees in action during the game against the Kansas City Royals at Yankee Stadium on April 14, 2025 in the Bronx borough of New York City.
As for Wells, he was picked in the 1st round of the 2020 MLB Draft.
The former Arizona star has spent all four seasons of his MLB career with the Yankees.
Right now, Wells is batting .175 with 45 hits, eight home runs, 17 RBIs, 26 runs and two stolen bases in 93 games.
Austin Wells Reacts To Major New York Yankees Injury News