For the New York Yankees, one of the major goals in the offseason was to retain one of the best hitters in the MLB. Even though the Bombers are without a doubt one of the best teams on the face of the planet they had to struggle to get Aaron Judge on the team. And the story which convinced the outfielder to stay is an interesting one. The story was unveiled on the Jimmy Falon show where Judge discussed how his teammate convinced him to stay. Although he came back to the team he loved the 30-year-old enjoyed the attention he received in free agency.
Every athlete desires to reach a position where he is wanted by everyone. And Aaron Judge has certainly reached the peak of his powers to attract any team with a lump sum contract. Aaron often mentions that he is a Yankee at heart. And always believed that he would land back in New York only. Meanwhile, Anthony Rizzo tried his best to make Aaron come back to the Yankees. The Jimmy Falon show revealed how Rizzo and his dog convinced the AL home run leader. Although it is hilarious Penny remains the major reason for his stay back in New York.
Aaron Judge Of New York Tells The Truth About His Stay
Anthony Rizzo who has also resigned from a contract with the Yankees wanted Judge to stay. And he attacked the outfielder’s heart as he suggests to Jimmy on his show. It seems that Rizzo’s dog Kevin and Aaron’s dog Kevin are the best dog buddies. This turned out to be an opportunity for Anthony to use their picture as his weapon to convince the best in the market.
Aaron revealed he received constant calls and messages from Anthony to join the Yankees. But the pictures of Kevin and Penny their respective pets were the major part of the convincing process. He also said when he sat in meetings with the different teams’ Judge and his wife knew they were Yankees. And finally, in December, Aaron Judge signed with the Yankees for $360 million for nine years. The superstar slugger also became the captain after he re-signed the contract with the Bombers. The good news came to him through a call by the owner Hal Steinbrenner himself. For Judge, it was a real shocker to get announced as the 16th Yankees captain.
Aaron Judge was in constant connection with the previous captain and five-time World Series winner Derek Jeter. Since Judge has signed a new contract with the Yankees he could take some tips on the captaincy. In the meantime, he is also selected for his fourth All-star game.