The New York Yankees had a nightmarish start to the 2024 World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers as they dropped Game 1 despite having the upper hand for most part of the game. With the score tied 2-2, Nestor Cortes gave up a walk-off grand slam to Freddie Freeman.
With that, the New York Yankees lost 6-3 and are trailing 0-1 in the seven-game series for the championship. Having said that, the Bronx Bombers had many positives to carry forward, with red-hot slugger Giancarlo Stanton once again sparkling his magic by adding crucial runs to the team’s lead in style.
Giancarlo Stanton Extends Sublime October Run
Giancarlo Stanton continued his stellar postseason performance on Friday night, hitting his sixth home run of the playoffs in Game 1 of the 2024 World Series. Despite his impressive efforts, the New ork Yankees fell to the Dodgers in heartbreaking fashion, losing 6-3 in 10 innings at Dodger Stadium. It was a particularly poignant loss for Stanton, who grew up in nearby Panorama City, California, cheering on the Dodgers from the left-field stands. Meanwhile, Stanton’s solo shot in the sixth inning gave the Yanks a brief 2-1 lead. He connected on a knuckle curve from Dodgers starter Jack Flaherty, a pitch that dipped below the strike zone. But Stanton’s powerful swing turned it into a towering 412-foot home run.
Notably, this homer marked Giancarlo Stanton’s fourth straight game with a home run, and he has undoubtedly been the New York Yankees’ standout hitter throughout the postseason. “Just battling away. Grinding each at-bat, getting all the information I can, trying to produce,” he said after the game. Having said that, for Stanton, whose focus is firmly on winning his first World Series ring, the thrill of the home run was tempered by the sting of the Yankees’ extra-innings loss. He deflected attention from his own contributions, saying simply, “Loss is a loss. Doesn’t matter if it was 3-1 or 10-nothing.” Regardless, Stanton’s performance in October has been a bright spot for the Yanks, with the designated hitter stepping up time and again. His impact has been essential for a team that struggled to generate offense. And as the team looks to bounce back in Game 2, Stanton’s focused approach will be vital.
Yankees Drop Veteran Infielder Over ACL Injury
The New York Yankees made a strategic yet unfortunate adjustment to their World Series roster by dropping Jon Berti due to a hip flexor injury sustained during a critical moment in Game 4 of the ALCS. This injury rendered him unavailable for Game 5 and ultimately unfit to continue in the World Series.
Meanwhile, manager Aaron Boone expressed disappointment over Berti’s absence, noting the essential role he had played throughout the postseason. “That’s a blow. I feel he plays a really important role. Definitely didn’t want it, but unfortunately, just not enough to get back for this one,” Boone said. Also, Berti’s exit leaves Oswaldo Cabrera as the only reserve infielder.
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