Giancarlo Stanton, former NL MVP, joined the New York Yankees shortly after his MVP season. But failed to translate his dreadful hitting power in pinstripes. On top of that, the constant injury crisis kept him on the bench most days. Before this season, fans wanted him released from the roster.
However, with $27 million still left on his deal, the New York Yankees agreed to give him one more shot. And the 2024 turned out to be a revelation for Giancarlo Stanton. He not only managed to minimize injuries in the regular season but reclaimed the title of ‘Beast’ with surreal postseason form, which will surely redefine his Yankees tenure.
Giancarlo Stanton Wins ALCS MVP As Yankees Advance To World Series
Giancarlo Stanton has rewritten the story of his New York Yankees tenure with a remarkable postseason performance in 2024, culminating in being named ALCS MVP. Despite an up-and-down seven years in the Bronx, Stanton’s playoff brilliance has reaffirmed his value to the team. His crucial two-run homer in Game 5 of the ALCS against the Cleveland Guardians tied the game, paving the way for Juan Soto’s game-winning blast in the 10th inning. This win secured the Yanks’ first World Series appearance since 2009, and Stanton’s contributions were front and center. That being said, Stanton’s time with the Bombers has been marked by injury struggles, but his postseason prowess has been undeniable.
In 36 career playoff games, Giancarlo Stanton has smashed 16 home runs with a 1.019 OPS, demonstrating his ability to rise to the occasion in October. While Stanton’s regular season was solid, his postseason performance has overshadowed his injury-plagued years. In 2024, Stanton exclusively played as a designated hitter, a shift influenced by offseason acquisitions like Soto, Trent Grisham, and Alex Verdugo. This allowed him to focus on his offensive output. Moreover, his leadership has also become more prominent. Throughout the postseason, he has repeatedly emphasized that the team’s goal is winning a World Series, downplaying personal accolades. After winning the ALCS MVP, Stanton remarked, “This is a special moment for me, but this ain’t the trophy I want. I want the next one.” Undoubtedly, his 2024 postseason has redefined his legacy with the Yankees, proving that he remains a vital part of the team’s quest for championship glory.
Stanton Wants Ring After Equalling Babe Ruth’s Record
Giancarlo Stanton’s postseason heroics in 2024 have put him in the spotlight. But the Yankees slugger remains laser-focused on the ultimate prize: a World Series title. After breaking Babe Ruth’s postseason home run record and winning the ALCS MVP for his performance against the Cleveland Guardians, Stanton downplayed his personal achievements.
“Babe Ruth has World Series rings, and I don’t,” Stanton said. Giancarlo Stanton, Aaron Judge, and Babe Ruth were tied for most postseason home runs by a Yankee with 15 homers each. However, Stanton surpassed these two legends with a 2-run blast in Game 5 of the ALCS against Cleveland Guardians. Now, the only thing left for him to achieve is a World Series ring.
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