Yankees boast an almost unstoppable force in the postseason, with Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton in their lineup
In a thrilling Game 1 of the American League Division Series (ALDS) against the Tampa Bay Rays, the New York Yankees secured a 9-3 victory, with the Bash Brothers, Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton, playing a significant role in the team's offensive success.
Monday night's game marked the 13th playoff appearance for both Stanton and Judge in the Yankees' lineup. The duo has proven to be a formidable force, with the team recording an impressive 47-7 win-loss record when both Judge and Stanton hit home runs, including postseason games.
Giancarlo Stanton, who has been a consistent contributor to the team this postseason, added to his impressive postseason stats with the Yankees. With a career batting average of .265, 40 hits, 18 home runs, 40 RBIs, and 25 runs scored in 41 postseason games, Stanton is now in the eighth Yankee in franchise history to put together a postseason home run streak of at least three games.
Stanton's performance this year serves as a reminder that he still possesses one of the most feared bats in all of baseball. In the first three games of the playoffs this year, Stanton has already hit three home runs, including a game-changing grand slam in the ninth inning of Game 1.
Aaron Judge, who leads Major League Baseball (MLB) in the 2025 season with strong numbers, continued his high-impact hitting in the postseason. Although exact cumulative postseason stats for Judge with the Yankees are not provided here, his contribution is evident, especially in games where both he and Stanton homer. Judge's home run in the fifth inning was a solo shot that gave the Yankees a 5-3 lead.
Yankees manager Aaron Boone praised Stanton, stating that he feels great for him because this is what he envisioned for him last year and that he is a dangerous hitter in the middle of their lineup. Boone's sentiments were shared by Yankees fans, who may need to get off Stanton's back as his initial learning curve as a nine-year veteran in the postseason is understandable.
The Yankees have a record of 10-3 in the postseason when Stanton and Judge are both available, a testament to the team's offensive strength when the Bash Brothers are in the lineup together. The average runs scored per game when the duo is present is 6.6, demonstrating the significant impact they have on the team's performance.
With Stanton and Judge delivering powerful performances in the postseason, the New York Yankees are off to a strong start in their quest for the World Series title. The team's next game against the Tampa Bay Rays is scheduled for Wednesday.
The Yankees have a remarkable 47-7 win-loss record when both Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton hit home runs, highlighting the duo's impact in the team's success. During the 2025 postseason, these 'Bash Brothers' have played a significant role in the Yankees' offensive output, with the team recording an impressive 10-3 postseason record when both Judge and Stanton are available.
