American · Miami, USA · Born 8 July 1990American baseball outfielder and designated hitter known for his powerful hitting and home run records, including leading the NL with 59 homers in 2017.
Born in Panorama City, California, to Puerto Rican and African-American parents, Giancarlo Cruz Stanton grew up in the San Fernando Valley. He attended Notre Dame High School in Sherman Oaks, where he excelled in both baseball and football before focusing on baseball. The Florida Marlins selected him in the second round of the 2007 MLB Draft, and he made his major league debut in 2010 at age 20. Stanton's breakthrough came during the 2012 season when he hit 37 home runs despite missing significant time due to injury. He established himself as one of baseball's premier power hitters over the following years with the Miami Marlins, consistently ranking among the National League leaders in home runs and slugging percentage. His 2017 campaign proved historic, as he became the first player since 2001 to reach 60 home runs, finishing with 59 while leading the Marlins to their first playoff appearance since 2003. His dominant performance earned him the National League Most Valuable Player Award. Following his MVP season, Stanton was traded to the New York Yankees in December 2017. He holds multiple records for exit velocity and home run distance, with Statcast tracking several of his home runs at over 480 feet. His towering 6'6" frame generates exceptional power, making him one of the few active players capable of reaching the upper decks of major league stadiums. Stanton surpassed 350 career home runs before age 32, placing him among the fastest players to reach that milestone in baseball history. Despite battling various injuries throughout his career, particularly during his Yankees tenure, Stanton remains one of baseball's most feared hitters when healthy. His combination of raw power and ability to impact games has solidified his position among the game's elite sluggers. He represents a new generation of players whose measurable power output has redefined expectations for home run distance and exit velocity in the modern era.
Prolific home run hitting and 2017 MVP season with 59 home runs
How They Played
Power hitter known for towering home runs and strong arm in right field
Lasting Impact
One of the most powerful sluggers in modern baseball history
Career Honours
- National League MVP (2017)
- National League home run leader (2017)
- Silver Slugger Award (2014, 2017)
| Team | Period | Games | Jersey |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York Yankees | 2018–2024 | 545 | #27 |
| Miami Marlins | 2010–2017 | 543 | #27 |
American Athletes