Karabell is right about the slumping part, as Grisham owns just a .215 average in 144 plate appearances dating back to May 1. It's worth noting, though, that Grisham's .712 OPS in that span is exactly league average. The problem: Karabell seemingly forgot about Stanton, who the Yankees could activate off the IL this weekend.

However, with J. C. Escarra, that’s another decision the Yankees have to make. According to MLB Trade Rumors, Escarra will remain on the roster as a traditional backup for the Yankees, allowing Rice to be a designated hitter while they figure things out.

Giancarlo Stanton, the reigning ALCS MVP, is one step closer to rejoining the New York Yankees. Stanton will begin a minor-league rehab assignment with the Double-A Somerset Patriots on Tuesday, the team announced. He has not yet played this season due to what amounts to tennis elbow in both elbows.