The New York Yankees, after a month-long drama, retained their marquee player, Aaron Judge. The slugger agreed to sign a massive nine-year contract for a whopping payroll of $360 million. Thus, Aaron became the most expensive player in the history of Major League Baseball. However, Judge gave the Yankees a hard time during the off-season.
Further, the Yankees front office announced that Aaron Judge would lead the Yankees in the upcoming MLB season and beyond. Hence, Aaron became the 16th captain in the history of the franchise. Meanwhile, the slugger appeared on Jimmy Fallon’s talk show and recalled his initial reaction after receiving the news of his captaincy.
Aaron Judge Recalls His First Reaction While Receiving The News Of His Captaincy Appointment
The 2023 MLB season opening day is just weeks away. Meanwhile, ahead of the season, New York Yankees slugger, Aaron Judge, made a guest appearance on “Tonight’s Talk Show” hosted by celebrity host Jimmy Fallon. Aaron answered a lot of questions surrounding the off-season and also revealed his future plans with the team. During the show, Jimmy asked the slugger if he knew the captaincy honor was on his way and had heard a rumor beforehand. However, Aaron’s reaction to the question was gold.
Aaron Judge said he was shocked when he heard the news of his appointment as the captain of the Yankees. The slugger added it’s always a dream of every player to represent the Yanks at the highest level, and he feels highly honored to have got this chance. Moreover, Aaron first received the news from New York Yankees chairman Hal Steinbrenner. Hal and Aaron were negotiating the extension deal over a phone call when Hal informed the slugger that he would be named the 16th captain of the Yankees. Aaron concluded by saying Hal’s words left him speechless.
“It was a shock to me.”
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Aaron Judge talks about the moment that he became the 16th captain 🙌
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Yankees Captain Shares A Cute Pic With His Pet Dog
Aaron Judge, on the talk show, revealed his teammate and friend, Anthony Rizzo, used their pet dogs to convince the slugger to stay with the Yanks. The slugger’s dog Penny and Rizzo’s dog are best friends. Hence, Rizzo used that friendship to emotionally blackmail Aaron into staying with the Bronx Bombers. Aaron is immensely close to his pet puppy dog, Penny. Moreover, Judge expressed his love for his pet and even described Penny as a little piece of his heart on the talk show.
Recently, Aaron Judge shared a picture of him and his dog sitting in a cafe on his Instagram. The photo featured Penny sitting under the table near Aaron, watching Aaron enjoy his coffee. The slugger, too, looked at Penny with gazing eyes. The moment is so pure that the fans are showing an immense love for the photograph. Aaron Judge might come as a huge aggressive slugger on the field, but off the field, he is a soft-hearted sweetheart and a pet lover.
