History of Giancarlo Stanton in Timeline

Giancarlo Stanton is a professional baseball designated hitter and outfielder for the New York Yankees, previously playing for the Florida/Miami Marlins. Known for his impressive size (6'6", 245 lbs) and right-handed power, Stanton holds the Marlins' all-time home run record and is the only active player to surpass 450 career home runs. He has also represented the United States in international baseball competitions. Stanton legally changed his name from Mike Stanton in 2012.

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August 21, 1935: Phil Cavarretta's Record

On August 11, 2010, Stanton went 5-for-5 with four RBIs, two doubles, and a home run against the Washington Nationals. He became the second youngest player to collect five hits and four RBIs in a game, and the youngest to do it since Phil Cavarretta on August 21, 1935.

1937: Ties HR Record

During the August 29, 2017 game versus the Washington Nationals, Giancarlo Stanton hit his 18th home run of the month, tying Rudy York for the most home runs in August, a record set in 1937.

November 8, 1989: Giancarlo Stanton's Birth

On November 8, 1989, Giancarlo Cruz-Michael Stanton, known as Mike Stanton until 2012, was born. He is an American professional baseball player.

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1992: MVP Change Teams

On December 11, 2017, Giancarlo Stanton became the first reigning MVP to change teams since his former hitting coach Barry Bonds did so in 1992-1993.

1993: MVP Change Teams

On December 11, 2017, Giancarlo Stanton became the first reigning MVP to change teams since his former hitting coach Barry Bonds did so in 1992-1993.

September 17, 1995: Gary Sheffield's Feat

On August 11, 2010, Stanton went 5-for-5 with four RBIs, two doubles, and a home run against the Washington Nationals. Stanton also is just the second Marlin with five hits and four RBIs in the same game, joining Gary Sheffield, who did it on September 17, 1995, at Colorado.

1996: Alex Rodriguez First Grand Slam

Stanton's first MLB home run was a grand slam off of Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Matt Garza. In addition, Stanton became the fourth player in the past 25 years to hit his first career grand slam before his 21st birthday along with Jose Reyes (2003), Andruw Jones (1997) and Alex Rodriguez (1996).

1997: Andruw Jones First Grand Slam

2000: Breaks Franchise RBI Record

On September 23, 2017, Giancarlo Stanton hit his 57th home run and drove in four runs versus Arizona, giving him 125 RBIs on the season and passing Preston Wilson's franchise record of 121 set in 2000.

2003: Jose Reyes First Grand Slam

2004: Moyer's Grand Slam Drought Ended

On May 21, 2012, Stanton hit a grand slam off Jamie Moyer, ending Moyer's drought of not giving up a grand slam since 2004.

2007: Signed with the Marlins

In 2007, Giancarlo Stanton signed with the Florida Marlins after being selected in the second round of the MLB draft, receiving a $475,000 signing bonus.

2007: Selected in the MLB draft

In 2007, the Marlins selected Stanton in the second round of the MLB draft after he graduated from Notre Dame High School in Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles.

2007: First in National League Since Prince Fielder

In 2017, Giancarlo Stanton became the first player in the National League since Prince Fielder in 2007 to hit 50 or more home runs in a season.

2008: Post-Season Awards and Prospect Ranking

In 2008, Stanton won numerous post-season awards for his performance in the minor league season and was placed at number 16 on Baseball America's top 100 prospects list.

2009: Stanton reaches 1,000 RBI

During a game against the Colorado Rockies on July 15, 2024, Stanton recorded his 1,000th RBI, becoming the second-fastest player to reach 1,000 career RBIs among those who debuted after 2009, in just 1,476 games.

2009: Spring Training Invitation

In 2009, Stanton received an invitation to the Marlins' spring training, marking a step forward in his professional baseball career.

2009: Promotion to Jacksonville Suns and All-Star Futures Game Selection

In 2009, Stanton's performance with the Jupiter Hammerheads led to a promotion to the Jacksonville Suns, and he was selected for the All-Star Futures Game. Later in the off-season, he played in the Arizona Fall League.

2009: Yankees' First American League Pennant Since 2009

In 2024, Stanton earned American League Championship Series MVP honors to lift the Yankees to their first American League pennant since 2009.

2009: Longest Home Run in MLB Since 2009

On August 17, 2012, Stanton hit a 494-foot home run at Coors Field, which was the longest home run in MLB since 2009.

May 6, 2010: Home Run Against Montgomery Biscuits

On May 6, 2010, Stanton hit a home run against the Montgomery Biscuits that cleared the scoreboard in center field and traveled an estimated 500 to 550 feet (150 to 170 m).

June 6, 2010: Announcement of MLB Call-Up

On June 6, 2010, the Florida Marlins announced that Stanton would be called up to MLB, marking a significant milestone in his career.

August 11, 2010: 5-for-5 Game Against the Washington Nationals

September 6, 2010: Favorite MLB At-Bat

On September 6, 2010, Stanton considered his at-bat against Roy Oswalt in Philadelphia as his favorite. He hit a 435-foot home run after initially thinking he had struck out, learning a valuable lesson about moving on from setbacks.

2010: MLB Debut with the Marlins

In 2010, Stanton made his Major League Baseball debut with the Marlins, marking a significant step in his professional baseball career.

2010: All-Rookie Team Selection

In 2010, Stanton was named an outfielder on Baseball America's All-Rookie Team and the Topps Major League Rookie All-Star Team, recognizing his outstanding performance in his debut season.

July 6, 2011: First Walk-Off Home Run

On July 6, 2011, Stanton hit his first walk-off home run against the Philadelphia Phillies, marking a memorable moment in his career.

2011: Europe Trip

After a trip to Europe in the 2011–12 offseason (during which he frequently heard names like Gianpiero, Gianpaolo, and Gianluigi) Giancarlo decided to reclaim his birth name

2011: Previous Home Runs at Coors Field

On August 17, 2012, Stanton hit a 494-foot home run at Coors Field. The home run was his sixth home run at Coors Field, in as many games, dating back to 2011.

May 21, 2012: Grand Slam Off Jamie Moyer

On May 21, 2012, Stanton hit a grand slam off Jamie Moyer that traveled 462 feet with an exit velocity of 122.4 miles per hour, the fastest since ESPN's Home Run Tracker began tracking.

June 28, 2012: All-Star Game and Home Run Derby Confirmation

On June 28, 2012, Stanton confirmed his participation in the 2012 MLB All-Star Game and the Home Run Derby.

2012: Reclaims Name

After a trip to Europe in the 2011–12 offseason (during which he frequently heard names like Gianpiero, Gianpaolo, and Gianluigi) Giancarlo decided to reclaim his birth name

April 27, 2013: First Homer of the Season

On April 27, 2013, Stanton hit his first home run of the season, putting it over the scoreboard he hit last season off Jamie Moyer, traveling an estimated 472 feet.

June 10, 2013: Re-activated from Disabled List

Stanton was re-activated on June 10, 2013, after being placed on the 15-day disabled list due to a grade 2 hamstring injury.

June 17, 2013: 100th Career Home Run

On June 17, 2013, Stanton hit two home runs, including his 100th career home run, making him the 9th fastest player to reach this milestone.

2013: Stanton First to Hit 50 Home Runs Since Chris Davis

On August 27, Giancarlo Stanton became the first player since Chris Davis in 2013 to hit 50 home runs in one season.

November 2014: Richest Contract in Team Sports History

In November 2014, the Marlins signed Stanton to a contract worth $325 million over 13 years, which was the richest total dollar value contract in team sports history at the time.

November 17, 2014: Contract Extension with the Marlins

On November 17, 2014, Stanton and the Marlins agreed to a 13-year, $325 million contract extension, which was then the most lucrative contract in sports history. The deal included a no-trade clause and an opt-out clause after he turned 30.

2014: Stanton Hit by Fiers Again

On June 4, 2018, while playing the Detroit Tigers, pitcher Mike Fiers, who hit Giancarlo Stanton in the face in 2014, hit him again, angering Stanton, who then hit a home run in his next at-bat.

May 15, 2015: Home Run to Center Field in Marlins Park

On May 15, 2015, Stanton hit a 474-foot line drive to center field in Marlins Park, which landed in the camera well. It was the second-longest home run of the season at that time.

2016: Home Run Derby Win

In 2016, despite not being selected to the All-Star Game, Stanton won the Home Run Derby with a record-setting 61 total home runs. He hit the 10 longest home runs and 18 of the 19 longest among the competitors.

April 12, 2017: Stanton hits two home runs against the Braves

On April 12, 2017, Giancarlo Stanton hit two home runs against the Braves, with the second landing in a pool behind left-center field, prompting a fan to retrieve the ball. The Marlins, however, lost the game 5-4.

December 11, 2017: Stanton Traded to the Yankees

On December 11, 2017, the New York Yankees acquired Giancarlo Stanton and cash considerations from the Marlins for Starlin Castro and minor leaguers Jorge Guzmán and José Devers.

2017: League MVP

Giancarlo Stanton is one of two players to win an All-Star Game MVP (2022), a League MVP (2017, NL), and a Championship Series MVP in a career.

2017: ESPN Ranks Marlins Park as Difficult Stadium

In 2017, ESPN ranked Marlins Park as one of the six most difficult stadiums in which to hit a home run, enhancing the cachet of Stanton's historic season.

2017: Stanton Finishes Season Strong

In 2017, Giancarlo Stanton finished the season with 59 home runs, 132 RBIs, and a .281 batting average. He had the highest exit velocity at 120.1 mph and the highest Isolated Power (ISO) at .350 among MLB players.

2017: National League MVP Award

In 2017, Stanton led MLB in home runs (59), runs batted in (132), and slugging percentage (.631), winning the National League Most Valuable Player (MVP) Award.

2017: All-Star Game Selection

In 2017, Stanton was selected to his 5th career All-Star Game.

2017: Go-Ahead Home Run

In 2017, during an elimination game against the Dominican Republic at the World Baseball Classic, Stanton launched a go-ahead two-run home run off of Ervin Santana, helping secure a crucial win for Team USA.

2018: Stanton's Performance in 2018 Season

In 2018, Giancarlo Stanton played 158 games, finishing with a .266 batting average, 38 home runs, 34 doubles, and 100 RBIs. He also broke the Yankees record for strikeouts with 211. He tied for the major league lead in sacrifice flies (10).

2018: Shift to Designated Hitter Role

In 2018, Giancarlo Stanton played 73 games in the outfield as he moved into the designated-hitter role.

2018: Stanton's Debut with the Yankees

In his debut with the Yankees in 2018, Giancarlo Stanton hit two home runs, including one in his first at-bat on Opening Day.

2018: Stanton's First Postseason Home Run

In the 2018 AL Wild Card Game against the Oakland Athletics, Giancarlo Stanton hit his first career postseason home run off of Blake Treinen. The Yankees won but were later eliminated in the ALDS.

2019: Limited Outfield Appearances

In 2019, Giancarlo Stanton played only 13 games in the outfield as he moved into the designated-hitter role.

2019: Injuries plague Stanton

In 2019, Giancarlo Stanton was placed on the injured list multiple times due to a biceps strain and a knee injury, missing the London series against Boston Red Sox. He finished the season batting .288/.403/.492 with three home runs in 59 at-bats.

2020: Stanton's Grand Slam in ALDS Game 1

In Game 1 of the 2020 American League Division Series on October 5, Giancarlo Stanton hit a grand slam in the ninth inning, helping the Yankees win 9-3 over the Tampa Bay Rays.

2020: Stanton Opens 2020 Season with Home Run

On July 23, 2020, Giancarlo Stanton opened the COVID-19 pandemic-delayed season with the first home run in MLB for the year, hit in the first inning of the Yankees' Opening Day game against the Washington Nationals off of Max Scherzer.

2020: Stanton Returns to Outfield

On July 30, 2020, Giancarlo Stanton returned to the outfield after a long absence, playing left field against the Marlins.

May 2021: New York Post Interview

In May 2021, when asked by the New York Post how he liked "being one of New York’s most eligible bachelors", Giancarlo Stanton stated that it allows him to focus on being the best baseball player he can be.

2021: Stanton's Bounce-Back Season

After two years of injury-riddled seasons, Giancarlo Stanton had a bounce-back season in 2021, batting .273/.354/.516 with 35 home runs and 97 RBIs.

2022: All Star Game MVP

Giancarlo Stanton is one of two players to win an All-Star Game MVP (2022), a League MVP (2017, NL), and a Championship Series MVP in a career.

2022: Stanton's Career Lows in 2022 Season

In 2022, Giancarlo Stanton experienced career lows in batting average (.211), On-base Percentage (.297), and Slugging Percentage (.462), despite hitting 31 home runs and driving in 78 RBIs. He struggled particularly in the second half of the season.

2022: Stanton Named All-Star Game MVP

On July 8, 2022, Giancarlo Stanton was elected to start the All-Star Game in the outfield, his first selection since 2017 and first with the Yankees. He hit a two-run home run and was named the 2022 All-Star Game MVP.

2023: Career-Worst Season in 2023

In 2023, Giancarlo Stanton had a career-worst season with career lows in batting average (.191), On-base Percentage (.275), Slugging Percentage (.420), and OPS (.695).

June 4, 2024: Stanton Hits 150th Yankee Home Run

On June 4, 2024, Giancarlo Stanton hit his 150th Yankee home run off Caleb Thielbar of the Minnesota Twins.

2024: Last Active Florida Marlins Player

In 2024, Giancarlo Stanton became the last active player on an MLB roster who had played for the Florida Marlins.

2024: Stanton Has Bounce Back Season

In 2024, Giancarlo Stanton had a bit of a bounce-back season, batting .233/ .298/.476, with an OPS of .774, while also hitting 27 home runs and 72 RBIs.

2024: ALCS MVP honors

In 2024, Stanton earned American League Championship Series MVP honors to lift the Yankees to their first American League pennant since 2009.

2024: Stanton Wins ALCS MVP

In the 2024 ALCS against the Cleveland Guardians, Giancarlo Stanton hit four home runs, winning the LCS MVP Award as the Yankees advanced to the 2024 World Series.