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August 12, 2025
Aaron Judge Had a Hilarious Reaction to Giancarlo Stanton's Leisurely Base Running
Stephen Douglas
Sports Illustrated
Aaron Judge Had a Hilarious Reaction to Giancarlo Stanton's Leisurely Base Running

The New York Yankees erupted for four different home runs in a 6-2 victory over Minnesota, signaling a potent team-night for fantasy rosters. Giancarlo Stanton contributed a 2-for-4 day with a homer and a first-inning single, fueling the NYY attack. The win showcased depth beyond the big names, with Ben Rice adding a timely baserunning edge that helped manufacture runs. The result reinforces NYY’s rising power and grid, making the lineup a must-watch in the short term.

A notable baserunning sequence—Stanton sprinting from first to third on a Ben Rice single after a Buxton misplay—highlights how small plays can swing scoring. Judge’s reaction on the clip underscored the mood in the Yankees’ dugout. The clip also nods to Corbin Carroll and Elly De La Cruz as benchmarks for aggressive baserunning, a reminder of the pace-and-power dynamics fantasy players track when projecting offense for the coming weeks.

Which Yankees hitters look like the safest carries in fantasy for the next 7-10 days after this game?Does this game change how you view Minnesota's offense or rotation going forward?Are there any value plays in NYY's lineup for daily fantasy this week beyond Stanton and Judge?Which short-term stacks would you consider for NYY in the next slate?
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