Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton Steals First Base Since 2020 in Victory Over Marlins New York Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton stole his first base since 2020 during a 9-7 victory over the Miami Marlins on April 4, 2026. The 36-year-old, who has primarily served as the Yankees’ designated hitter in recent seasons, showcased unexpected speed on the basepaths, marking a rare moment of athleticism in his career. The stolen base occurred in the bottom of the seventh inning, with J.C. Escarra at the plate and pitcher Calvin Faucher on the mound. Stanton slid into second base and was called safe, later scoring on a wild pitch from Faucher. The run proved crucial as the Yankees clawed back from a 4-0 deficit to secure the win. Stanton’s stolen base came after a long drought since his last such feat. The last time he stole a base was during the 2020 season, which was impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. He accomplished the feat against the Philadelphia Phillies on August 3, 2020. Since then, Stanton’s focus has shifted toward power hitting, with his speed on the bases becoming a less frequent aspect of his game. Prior to this game, he had only 42 stolen bases in his career, a number far below his peak in 2014 when he stole 13 bases while playing for the Marlins. At the plate, Stanton contributed to the Yankees’ offensive efforts, going 1-for-3 with two RBI. His performance was complemented by Randal Grichuk, who replaced him as a pinch-runner later in the game. Despite his age, Stanton’s ability to adapt and seize opportunities has remained a key factor in his success. “If they’re going to give it to me like that, I’ve got to go get it,” Stanton told reporters after the game via MLB.com. “I’m going to take what they give me and understand where I’m at each day.#miami_marlins #yankees #giancarlo_stanton #calvin_faucher #jc_escarra
