Stanton is under contract through the 2027 season and he slugged 27 homers in only 114 games last year. The power is still there. The Yankees enter play Tuesday atop the AL East with a 39-25 record.

Jose Quintana ($4M, Brewers) — 4-1, 2.65 ERA, 0.9 bWAR Patrick Corbin ($1.1M, Rangers) — 3-3, 3.75 ERA, 0.3 bWAR Now we get to see if the Wonka Chocolate Factory of pitching can get Gibson ...

The Designated Hitter Dilemma. The New York Yankees will have to hope that they’ll make the right decision with Rice and Stanton. Rice has been very good throughout the early stages of the ...

The Yankees have primarily started Ben Rice at DH in Stanton’s absence, and he’s rewarded the Bombers with 10 homers, 10 doubles, and an impressive .904 OPS through 165 plate appearances.

Stanton has always been a heavy hitter and set the MLB record for fastest recorded home run hit in 2018 with a 121.7 MPH dinger. He clocked an impressive 97 hits, 72 RBI, and 27 home runs during ...

More importantly, Stanton has a full no-trade clause. Stanton also fits the qualification needed for a 10-and-5 player, meaning he’s accrued 10 years of service time and spent the past five ...

Counting this season, Stanton has three years and $86 million remaining on his deal. The Yankees (or any other team employing Stanton) also have an $18 million club option for 2028, though he’d ...

Giancarlo Stanton’s 2025 season has hit another detour—one that’s not just frustrating, but all too familiar.. The New York Yankees officially transferred the 34-year-old slugger to the 60 ...

Giancarlo Stanton’s injury was the most devastating news for Yankees fans. The team entered this season without its designated hitter. The Yanks have a few other options, like Ben Rice and ...

Giancarlo Stanton said he plans to use the torpedo bat when he returns from the IL and won't blame the bat for his injuries. Sports news, delivered 📪 🏈's best, via 📧 Studio IX 🏀⚽️ ...

NEW YORK – Giancarlo Stanton was ahead of the curve, barreling big-league pitching in 2024 – notably last October – with a “torpedo’’ style bat. It’s all the rage now, “but when ...

Giancarlo Stanton Used the 'Torpedo Bat' Before Injuries, Teammate Says. Stanton's comment led to questions about how he was injured. Author: Kristie Ackert. Mar 30, 2025 8:22 PM EDT.