After a quiet start to the 2025 campaign, Giancarlo Stanton made some very loud noise on Tuesday night — both literally and figuratively. In the bottom of the fourth inning against the Cincinnati Reds, Stanton crushed a 2-1 pitch deep to center field for a two-run home run, finally etching his name into this year’s home run column.
The 417-foot blast, which came off Reds starter Frankie Montas, soared through Yankee Stadium with a vengeance. It also drove in Ben Rice, tying the game at 2-2 and energizing the crowd that had been eager for signs of Stanton’s resurgence. His swing was classic Stanton: effortless power, full extension, and a frozen moment that turned into thunder.
“I knew it as soon as I hit it,” Stanton told reporters postgame. “It felt good to finally get into one. I’ve been grinding, and this one felt like a weight off my shoulders.”
Stanton’s home run drought had raised concerns among fans and analysts alike, with many questioning whether injuries and time had permanently dulled the former MVP’s once-feared power. Tuesday night’s blast, however, was a resounding reminder of what he’s capable of when healthy and locked in.
As teammate Aaron Judge put it: “We all knew it was coming. He’s been putting in the work. Once G gets going, pitchers better watch out.”
With the Yankees deep in the fight for AL East positioning, Stanton’s power could be the X-factor they’ve been missing. His ability to change the game with a single swing is unmatched, and if this is the start of a hot streak, opposing teams could be in serious trouble.
Manager Aaron Boone praised Stanton’s resilience, noting, “He’s stayed committed through the slow start. He’s a dangerous hitter — and tonight was a glimpse of what’s to come.”
While it’s just one home run, its significance stretches beyond the box score. It may mark the turning point of Stanton’s season — and possibly that of the Yankees’ offensive engine. With pressure mounting and trade deadline talk looming, Giancarlo Stanton just reminded everyone why he still matters in pinstripes.