Yankees’ Giancarlo Stanton Hits First Career Pinch-Hit Home Run, Sparks Comeback Win

Giancarlo Stanton hit his first career pinch-hit home run on Thursday night, helping the New York Yankees rally from a 5-0 deficit to defeat the Seattle Mariners 6-5 in 10 innings. Prior to this, Stanton had struggled as a pinch hitter, batting just .125 with no home runs in 48 pinch-hit at-bats, but he broke that streak with a two-run homer off Mariners' pitcher Matt Brash in the eighth inning. This home run was Stanton's 432nd career long ball, moving him past Cal Ripken Jr. for 50th on the MLB all-time home run list and marking his third home run of the season. Stanton, who is currently playing as a designated hitter and sharing time with other key Yankees players, has been adjusting to a role with more regular days off, which Yankees manager Aaron Boone believes will lead to increased success. His contribution came after returning from elbow tendinitis that sidelined him early in the season, and his presence remains vital for the Yankees as they compete in the American League East. Fans and analysts alike celebrated Stanton's clutch performance, highlighting his enduring impact on the Yankees franchise and his place among its legendary hitters.