Aaron Judge is the epitome of sports in New York City. Since his debut in 2016, Judge established himself as one of the greatest baseball players to ever exist in the whole of MLB. Last year, the slugger got himself inducted into the books of history after breaking the all-time record for scoring the most homers in a single MLB season. Moreover, Aaron received various rewards for his incredible performance in the 2022 season.
Owing to his recent success, Aaron Judge received a record-breaking extension contract from the Yankees worth $360 million, the highest ever offered to a player of his stature. Hence, the slugger will continue being a Yankee for nine years and will likely end up as a forever Yankee. However, the series of awards and recognition is not yet over. Aaron Judge, yesterday, beat tough competition to receive a prestigious honor.
Judge Thanks Fans While Receiving His MVP Award
New York Yankees star slugger, Aaron Judge, received his first-ever MVP award yesterday at an America New York chapter event. The slugger beat Shohei Ohtani, Yordan Alvarez, and Jose Ramirez in the race and received the highest number of votes. Aaron attended the event and gracefully accepted the honor with a heartfelt speech. The Yankees captain started his speech by thanking his parents and wife for their unconditional love and support.
Furthermore, Aaron Judge applauded the entire Yankees organization for its support. Judge went on to thank the supporters from New York City and acknowledged their passion for the sport. Aaron admitted that the fans’ support gives him a sense of belonging and that he could never feel alone as long as the fans are there to have his back. Aaron concluded by applauding the peers whom he shared the stage with and termed it his honor to be able to stand beside them.
“You guys have been with me every step of the way, and I can’t thank you enough,” says Aaron Judge
Any objections? Didn’t think so. pic.twitter.com/4PQLfl5GSR
— New York Yankees (@Yankees) January 29, 2023
Fans In Awe Of Aaron Judge As The Slugger Accepts His First MVP Award
New York Yankees fans are overjoyed to see their captain, Aaron Judge, accept the prestigious award. Moreover, the fans took over social media and filled the feed with congratulatory messages. A few fans expressed their desire to see Aaron holding the world series ring. While a fan called Aaron the king of New York, another termed the slugger underrated. Moreover, the fans want to see the same performance from the slugger next season, if not better.
Meanwhile, Aaron Judge is all set to lead the New York Yankees for the upcoming MLB season. The club honored him with the captaincy badge due to his recent success. Besides, the Yankees bullpen, this season, looks solid. However, they need to get past Houston Astros, who knocked them out last season in the ALCS. So far, the entire Yankees front office is confident of breaking the shackles this time around and ending the 13-year-long wait for a World Series title.
