Yankees' Stanton blasts two spring homers
Giancarlo Stanton powered the Yankees to an 8-1 spring training victory over the Blue Jays on March 11, hitting two home runs [https://empiresportsmedia.com/new-york-yankees/yankees-8-blue-jay-1-good-news-and-great-news-from-a-stanton-masterblast]. One homer traveled 411 feet to left-center, and the other went 415 feet to center field [https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/giancarlo-stanton-rips-two-homers-010331974.html]. Schlittler pitched 3.2 innings, allowing only one run [https://empiresportsmedia.com/new-york-yankees/yankees-8-blue-jay-1-good-news-and-great-news-from-a-stanton-masterblast].
Stanton said his timing is improving and he's making necessary adjustments. Since his first spring game on March 5th, Stanton has 4 hits in 11 at-bats, with three being home runs. Manager Aaron Boone noted Stanton's improved strike zone control. Stanton has been dealing with epicondylitis in both elbows, which limited him to 77 games last season, but has found a routine to manage it. He told NJ.com that he cannot "open a bag of chips" without discomfort. Despite the pain, he hit 24 home runs from July 2nd, the fourth most in the Majors during that time. The Yankees are looking for a better season after a disappointing 2025. Stanton's performance is a positive sign for the team's offense. The Yankees will face the Blue Jays four times during spring training.
