Stanton, 35, has been sidelined for the Yankees' first 70 games by elbow injuries. At one point, there was fear that he could require surgery and be lost for the year. Instead, Stanton will return ahead of the midway point. That's welcomed news for the Yankees, who will enter Monday's contest with a 3 ½-game advantage in the American League East.

New York Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton will make his return from an elbow injury against the Los Angeles Angels on Monday night, according to SNY's Andy Martino.

Here's what to know about when Giancarlo Stanton might join the Yankees again and what it would mean for the lineup.