Giancarlo Stanton, currently sidelined because of a hamstring strain, said his frequent stints on the injured list are "unacceptable" because they put the New York Yankees "in a really tough spot."

Stanton was placed on the 10-day IL last Sunday and is expected to miss six weeks. The former National League MVP discussed his latest injury Thursday, expressing frustration over the impact that his absence has on the Yankees lineup.

"It's unacceptable, (being injured) this often, right now," Stanton told reporters. "The team relies on me. I can't have this continue to happen and put us in a really tough spot we weren't prepared for. It's my duty and responsibility to be out there."