The New York Yankees have done it—they have made it to the World Series! This is the first time since 2009 that the men in pinstripes would return to the World Series. One player who is in the spotlight this postseason is Giancarlo Stanton. The man is on fire, and the only way to stop him would be to raise four fingers. The Cleveland Guardians didn’t do that and suffered a brutal loss in Game 5!

The Yankees defeated the Guardians on Saturday, and Stanton hit one home run with two RBIs. The 446-foot shot was the highlight of the game, and with that, Stanton earned the ALCS MVP title. And well, he is well worth every award; Stanton is the hero post-season. In the ALCS itself, he has hit four home runs and clenched seven RBIs in over 18 at-bats. And through the games, one attitude remained the same—there was more to do. And even after winning the MVP award, it remains unchanged.

Giancarlo Stanton has his eyes on the prize

Giancarlo Stanton was on fire this postseason. The 34-year-old had an OPS of 1.179, the highest among any Yankee hitters. And he was beyond thrilled to accept the ALCS MVP award after the thrilling victory over the Cleveland Guardians. He posed with his family by his side, but even at that moment, his mind was already on the next big prize.

“This is a special moment for me. But this isn’t the trophy I want. I want the next one,” said Giancarlo Stanton. That next big thing is the commissioner’s trophy, the one Stanton has chased ever since his days with the Marlins. One thing is for sure—the New York Yankee star has his head only on the game this postseason. And he never takes anything for granted, always downplaying the wins and looking to do something big the next.

Because, ahead of Game 5, when Giancarlo Stanton was asked about how he felt for being just a game away from being in the World Series—he was unfazed. Stanton said in the press conference, “Feels like nothing until we get it done. As far as I’m concerned, we haven’t done  anything.” The man has 16 home runs in 36 playoff games—his postseason power is undeniable. But now his goal is the World Series win; as he best said, “Getting to the World Series doesn’t mean much. We need to win it.”

Teammates and coaches all praise for Giancarlo Stanton

At 34, Giancarlo Stanton has a trophy cabinet packed with accolades—yet he’s the last person to make a fuss about it. From his 2017 MVP award to two Silver Slugger and Hank Aaron awards, Stanton’s decorated career speaks for itself. But while he downplays his achievements, his teammates and coaches can’t stop raving about him. Fellow superstar Juan Soto, even chimed in, saying, “The Yankees wouldn’t be in Game 5 without Stanton’s stellar performance.”

In Game 3 of the ALDS against the Royals, Stanton delivered a jaw-dropping home run that had everyone buzzing. Yankees ace Gerrit Cole summed it up perfectly: “This is what Big C lives for.” For Stanton, it’s not about the awards or recognition; it’s about one thing—getting to the World Series and winning it all. Aaron Judge, the powerhouse who carried the team through a grueling regular season, couldn’t be prouder. “He’s battled through some tough injuries, but he always shows up when we need him. Stanton may not be the loudest guy in the room, but when he talks, everyone listens.”

Manager Aaron Boone echoed the sentiment, marveling at Stanton’s physicality. “He can hit it harder than anyone—period. What he does is on another level.” Boone also pointed out Stanton’s incredible discipline and leadership, qualities that make him an invaluable asset both on and off the field.

Now, with the Yankees just a step away from the World Series, the question looms—will it be the Dodgers or the Mets standing in their way? One thing’s for sure: Stanton will be ready. Who do you think the Yankees will face? Let us know your predictions!