Giancarlo Stanton's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Giancarlo Stanton.

Giancarlo Stanton is an American professional baseball player currently with the New York Yankees, primarily as a designated hitter. Previously, he played for the Florida/Miami Marlins, where he became the franchise's all-time home run leader. Known for his power hitting, Stanton is among the active MLB leaders in home runs, having surpassed 400. He is a right-handed batter and thrower, standing at 6'6" and weighing 245 pounds. He has also represented the United States in international baseball competitions.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

August 21, 1935: Phil Cavarretta's Performance

On August 21, 1935, Phil Cavarretta, playing for the Chicago Cubs, achieved five hits and four RBIs at a young age.

September 17, 1995: Gary Sheffield's Feat

On September 17, 1995, Gary Sheffield achieved five hits and four RBIs in a game against Colorado.

1996: Alex Rodriguez's First Career Grand Slam

In 1996, Alex Rodriguez hit his first career grand slam before his 21st birthday.

1997: Andruw Jones' First Career Grand Slam

In 1997, Andruw Jones hit his first career grand slam before his 21st birthday.

2003: Jose Reyes' First Career Grand Slam

In 2003, Jose Reyes hit his first career grand slam before his 21st birthday.

2008: Minor League Success and Awards

In 2008, Giancarlo Stanton played for the Greensboro Grasshoppers, hitting 39 home runs with a .293 batting average and 97 RBIs. He received numerous post-season awards and was ranked among Baseball America's top prospects.

2009: Yankees First American League Pennant Since 2009

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

May 6, 2010: Home Run Against Montgomery Biscuits

On May 6, 2010, playing for the Jacksonville Suns, Giancarlo Stanton hit a home run against the Montgomery Biscuits that cleared the scoreboard in center field, estimated to have traveled 500 to 550 feet.

August 11, 2010: Five Hits and Four RBIs Against Nationals

On August 11, 2010, Giancarlo Stanton went 5-for-5 with four RBIs, two doubles, and a home run against the Washington Nationals, becoming the second-youngest player to achieve this feat.

2010: All-Rookie Team Selection

In 2010, Giancarlo Stanton was named an outfielder on Baseball America's All-Rookie Team and the Topps Major League Rookie All-Star Team.

June 17, 2013: 100th Career Home Run

On June 17, 2013, Giancarlo Stanton hit his 99th and 100th career home runs, making him the 9th fastest player to reach 100 career home runs.

May 15, 2015: 474-Foot Home Run into Camera Well

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

2016: Home Run Derby Winner

In 2016, Giancarlo Stanton won the MLB Home Run Derby with a record-setting 61 total home runs, hitting the 10 longest home runs in the competition.

2017: Stanton selected to All-Star Game

Giancarlo Stanton was selected to his 5th career All-Star Game in 2017, with this being his first selection since then.

2017: Marlins Park ranked among most difficult stadiums for home runs

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

2017: Stanton finishes season with impressive stats

In 2017, Giancarlo Stanton finished the season with 59 home runs, 132 RBIs, and a .281 batting average. He also had the highest exit velocity (120.1 mph) and ISO (.350) in the major league, being the first NL player since Prince Fielder in 2007 to hit 50 or more home runs in a season.

2017: National League MVP

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

2017: Stanton Wins League MVP Award

In 2017, Giancarlo Stanton won the League MVP award.

2017: Stanton hits go-ahead home run in World Baseball Classic

In 2017, during an elimination game against the Dominican Republic at the World Baseball Classic, Giancarlo Stanton hit a go-ahead two-run home run in the fourth inning, helping secure a crucial win for Team USA. Team USA would go on to win in the championship game against Puerto Rico and earn their first World Baseball Classic title.

2022: Stanton named All-Star Game MVP

In 2022, Giancarlo Stanton was named the All-Star Game MVP after hitting a two-run home run in the 4th inning. It was his 5th career selection and his first with the Yankees.

June 4, 2024: Stanton hits his 150th Yankee home run

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

2024: American League Championship Series MVP

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

2024: Stanton wins LCS MVP Award as Yankees advance to World Series

In 2024, Giancarlo Stanton won the LCS MVP Award, hitting four home runs and posting a 1.222 OPS in five games against the Cleveland Guardians, as the Yankees advanced to the 2024 World Series, where they lost to the Los Angeles Dodgers in five games. Stanton hit two home runs in the World Series.