Giancarlo Stanton got two hits in his season debut for the Yankees against the Los Angeles Angels after missing New York’s first 70 games because of inflammation in the tendons of both elbows.

New York Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton has been activated off the injured list and will make his season debut on Monday night against the Los Angeles Angels, the team announced. He's batting fifth in the lineup. In a corresponding move, Pablo Reyes was designated for assignment.

The New York Yankees are shaking things up for their second game this series against the Los Angeles Angels. With Giancarlo Stanton back from injury for only his second game this season, the Pinstripes have benched infielder and designated hitter Ben Rice.