Stanton's power-packed performance lights up the postseason, adding another milestone to his impressive career alongside Yankees legends.
Giancarlo Stanton gave the New York Yankees another unforgettable moment during Game 4 of the ALCS against the Cleveland Guardians.
His three-run homer in the sixth inning pushed the Yankees ahead 6-2, contributing to their 3-1 series lead. This home run also added to Stanton’s milestones, making him only the second player in Yankees history—joining Reggie Jackson—to hit four or more home runs in multiple postseasons.
Juan Soto, standing on third base when Stanton hit the home run, couldn’t hide his admiration. After the ball cleared the fence, Soto paused briefly to take in the moment before starting his run around the bases.
Cameras captured his reaction, and it quickly spread across social media, with fans commenting on how even a player like Soto was in awe of Stanton’s power.
Stanton’s Game 4 home run was his fourth of the 2024 postseason and his third in this series against Cleveland. He also homered in Games 1 and 3.
Giancarlo, joining Reggie Jackson, has now become only the second Yankee to hit four or more home runs in multiple postseasons, according to MLB. Stanton’s other remarkable run was in 2020, where he homered in five straight games to start the playoffs.
Stanton has been a key hitter for the Yankees throughout the 2024 postseason. His Game 4 home run was his fourth of the playoffs and his third in this series alone.
In total, Stanton has hit 15 postseason home runs in 35 games, giving him a 10.4% home run rate—significantly higher than his regular-season rate of 6.2%. With every home run, Stanton continues to rise in New York’s all-time postseason home run rankings.
At 34, Stanton has cemented his place among Yankees legends. By matching Reggie Jackson’s record of hitting four or more home runs in multiple postseasons, he’s secured his legacy.
Stanton’s power has been vital to the Yankees’ World Series ambitions. His previous standout performance came in 2020 when he hit home runs in five consecutive playoff games.
While opposing pitchers tend to focus on stars like Juan Soto and Aaron Judge, Stanton has consistently delivered in high-pressure situations. Stanton’s ability to change the game with just one swing has made the Yankees’ offense even more dangerous.
In the 2024 postseason, Stanton is batting .310 with nine RBIs and a 1.205 OPS across eight games. He’s struck out only three times, which is a marked improvement from his regular-season struggles with strikeouts.
As the Yankees move closer to a World Series appearance, Giancarlo Stanton’s postseason legacy keeps growing. With each home run, he climbs higher on the Yankees’ all-time postseason leaderboard, standing alongside greats like Reggie Jackson and Babe Ruth.
His consistent power-hitting in the playoffs has confirmed his place as one of the most dangerous hitters in the game.
Stanton’s role in the Yankees’ 2024 success is undeniable. If he continues this level of play, the Yankees are in a prime position to win their first World Series since 2009.
Every swing adds to his postseason legacy, and his Game 4 home run against the Cleveland Guardians shows just how crucial he is to the team’s success.
As the Yankees look to wrap up the ALCS, Stanton’s momentum doesn’t seem to be fading.
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