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Yankees’ veteran slugger could be the catalyst behind a deep playoff push
The Yankees still have their sights set on a World Series appearance this year despite not making too many big moves at the trade deadline. The acquisition of Jazz Chisholm has made an instant impact in multiple categories, not to mention bullpen arm Mark Leiter Jr.
However, general manager Brian Cashman referenced a number of players returning from the injured list who would act as de facto deal additions, and veteran slugger Giancarlo Stanton played a part in that equation. Stanton recently returned from a hamstring injury that sidelined him for over a month.
The Yankees Need the Pre-Injury Version of Stanton
The 34-year-old was putting together exciting bounce-back numbers before the injury, currently hitting .241/.297/.475. He had an on-base percentage above 30% for the first time in two years, but that number has dipped below after not seeing any live action for weeks.
Stanton hosts a 117 wRC+, suggesting he is 17% better than the average MLB hitter. His batting average has increased substantially compared to the past two years, and his 18 homers and 45 RBIs have made a positive impact. In the end, he could be the difference between the Yankees making a deep playoff push or experiencing an early exit. He has the capacity to change the course of a game in the blink of an eye; all it takes is one poorly located pitch for him to put runs on the board.
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