"With Stanton out, Rice is a logical replacement. His defense behind the plate and at first base isn’t the best, but he has already displayed immense power in the first few spring games. Yankees officials believe in Rice’s ability to be a quality major-league hitter. He should be in the lineup on Opening Day."

Here's what the Yankees' Opening Day roster should look like if they don't make any moves in the next few weeks.

The New York Yankees will be without one of their top power hitters when the 2025 season begins. Giancarlo Stanton will open the season on the injured list after receiving platelet-rich plasma injections in both elbows,