New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge is unarguably one of the finest hitters to ever grace the sport of baseball. The 6-foot-7 tall, powerful slugger can launch any pitch that falls into his strike zone into orbit. His incredible ability to hit home runs like child’s play is hidden from none.
From his Rookie of the Year campaign in 2017, where he set the then-rookie record with 52 home runs, to his record-breaking 62-home run season in 2022, Aaron Judge has consistently demonstrated his unreal ability to hit the long ball. And this year, the Yankee captain is eyeing an all-time high in MLB history yet again with sublime form.
Aaron Judge Nears Iconic 300 Home Runs Record
Aaron Judge, the New York Yankees’ powerhouse outfielder, is on the brink of making incredible history as he approaches his 300th career home run. Entering Tuesday, the Yankee captain had 299 career home runs to his name in 953 games. He is set to breach the 300-home run milestone before the end of August and will script incredible league history along the way. Judge is set to become the quickest slugger to slam 300 career home runs as current record holder Ralph Kiner achieved the feat in as many as 1,087 games. The wide gap in career games played necessarily allows Judge another season to accomplish the feat. Needless to say, reaching 300 home runs is a rare feat that cements a player’s legacy in MLB.
For Aaron Judge, this milestone is particularly impressive given his relatively short time in the majors. Since his debut in 2016, Judge has consistently been one of the most feared hitters in the league. He garnered limelight for his towering home runs and ability to change the course of a game with a single swing. Achieving this milestone so early in his career highlights his exceptional talent and the impact he has had on the game. This season, in particular, will be remembered as Judge’s peak career phase. He is leading the league in home runs (42), RBI s(107), walks (99), on-base percentage (.463), slugging percentage (.699), OPS (1.162), total bases (293) and intentional walks (16). Hence, by the looks of it, the Yankee captain will likely claim his second MVP award by the end of the year.
Yankee Great Ranks Judge In Babe Ruth’s League
Meanwhile, former Yankee great Reggie Jackson dropped heavy praise on New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge for his 2024 season form. He ranked Judge in the league of Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig. Notably, the duo were not only franchise legends but also the greatest of the game of baseball.
While it may be premature to compare Aaron Judge to former MLB legends, given his short major league career, it’s highly probable that the slugger will leave his distinct legacy not just for the New York Yankees but also in MLB. And a couple of World Series championships will definitely be icing on the cake for the New York hero.
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