Giancarlo Stanton and Jason Heyward hit mirrored bombs in same game

Miami Marlins slugger Giancarlo Stanton and St. Louis Cardinals outfielder Jason Heyward actually have a lot in common. Both players are former top prospects who play the same position, and both are considered to be rising stars in the game.

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The comparisons continue Thursday, as both players hit nearly identical shots, albeit to opposite fields, in the same game. 

Stanton struck first, taking one out to deep left in the top of the inning.

Heyward then followed that up with a nearly identical homer in the bottom of the first.

Both shots made it the balconies on the buildings behind the field. For what it’s worth, both players also have face guards on their helmets. More comparisons! 

For Stanton, hitting bombs is nothing new. This was his second home of the spring, and he appears to be full-go for the regular season. Stanton will look to build off his MVP-caliber 2014 after signing a $325 million deal in the offseason.

Heyward, on the other hand, is hoping to see some offensive improvement this season. There’s some hope that a change of scenery will help, as Heyward will be working with a new set of coaches this season. Heyward has put up solid numbers this spring, but this was his first home run of the month. 

The comparisons could extend into the season. If Heyward can regain his old swing, there’s a good chance he’ll join Stanton as a strong MVP candidate in the National League. 

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