Yankees announce 26-man roster for Wild Card Series against Red Sox

New York has filed a 26-man roster for the upcoming Wild Card Series versus Boston. The club activated outfielder Giancarlo Stanton, who returns from the injured list for the first time since April, and center-fielder Trent Grisham, who was placed on the IL in early September with a hamstring issue. Captain Aaron Judge continues to sit out with a calf injury.

The lineup features Cody Bellinger in left field, Jazz Chisholm Jr. at second base, and Paul Goldschmidt at first. Utility players José Caballero, Ryan McMahon and Anthony Volpe are expected to rotate at third base and other infield spots. Recent acquisitions Luis García Jr., Heliot Ramos and Ben Rice are also on the roster, with Rice projected to provide power either as a designated hitter or first-base option.

On the mound, Cam Schlittler is slated to start Game 1, with Max Fried set for Game 2 and Gerrit Cole available for a potential Game 3 start. Relievers include closer David Bednar, veteran Paul Blackburn, Brent Headrick and several others who will be used in various relief roles.

The Yankees will rely on the depth of their bench and bullpen to compensate for Judge’s absence as they seek to advance to the ALDS.