MIAMI (AP) β A stitched two-inch incision zigzags along Giancarlo Stanton’s left hand, on the base of the palm above the wrist.
He wears a splint and says the injury still hurts, and he doesn’t yet have a full range of motion. But the swelling has gone down, the stitches will soon be removed, and he’s on schedule to rejoin the Miami Marlins in another two to four weeks.
Stanton broke his hand swinging two weeks ago, an injury that will force him to miss the All-Star Game despite being chosen a National League starter.
Stanton spoke publicly Thursday for the first time since he was hurt, and said not being able to play in the game stinks. He said he hasn’t decided whether to attend the game in Cincinnati.
