Yankees’ Giancarlo Stanton Comforts Royals’ Bobby Witt Jr. After Hard-Fought Series

Giancarlo Stanton isn’t just an exciting slugger for the New York Yankees: he’s a role model to players and fans everywhere. As the 34-year-old celebrated with his Yankee teammates on the Kauffman Stadium field after clinching the ALDS against the Kansas City Royals, Stanton noticed Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. sitting alone in his home dugout. In a beautiful display of sportsmanship, Stanton approached Witt and showed his respect for the blossoming superstar with a handshake. Columnist Sam McDowell of The Kansas City Star posted a picture of Witt in the Royals’ dugout, while Yankee fan Mario Gomez posted a picture of the heartwarming interaction.Bobby Witt Jr. was alone watching the Yankees celebrate so Giancarlo Stanton went over to show him respect(via @SamMcDowell11, @marioagomez_1) pic.twitter.com/2xLwct1mP3— Jomboy Media (@JomboyMedia) October 11, 2024For his part, the 24-year-old Witt enjoyed one of the greatest seasons ever by a shortstop; in just his third season,…