Stanton said he dealt with the condition, which is in both elbows, most of last season — including in October, when he was by far the Yankees’ best offensive performer as they reached the World Series. He said he has not swung a bat in the last “three to four weeks.” It is not clear when he will begin doing so.

The Yankees didn't manage to trade Marcus Stroman in the offseason, but now that Giancarlo Stanton is hurt, they should try again.

Aaron Boone said Giancarlo Stanton, who reported for spring training Sunday with the rest of the position players, enters camp dealing with the equivalent of "tennis elbow" in both elbows.

The New York Yankees seem likely to be without a five-time All-Star for an extended period and could turn to this player as a substitute.