30-year-old slugger, Aaron Judge, re-signed with the New York Yankees after entering the free agent market in the ongoing off-season. The slugger signed a nine-year contract for a whopping payroll of $360 million, the highest ever offered to a player of his position. On top of that, the Yankees front office names Aaron the captain of the team for the upcoming MLB season.
Meanwhile, ahead of the opening day, Aaron Judge made a special appearance on Tonight’s Show by Jimmy Fallon. During the show, Aaron opened up about his journey till now with the Yankees. Moreover, he gave insights on this off-season’s events. The slugger further revealed conversations he had with his wife, Samantha Bracksieck, after every team meeting.
Aaron Judge And His Wife’s Love Affair With The Yankees
After a successful 2022 season, Aaron Judge entered the free agent market as his contract with the Yankees ended. Moreover, reports came in that Aaron wants to discontinue the Bombers due to the club’s inability to win the World Series title. The news sent shockwaves among the Yankees fan, who were not willing to let their star player leave. However, after a month-long drama, the slugger re-signed with the Yankees in a record-breaking massive deal.
While talking about free agency on the talk show, Aaron Judge admitted that he held meetings with a lot of big teams. However, post every meeting, he and his wife, Samantha Bracksieck, would sit down, look at each other, and utter in unison, “we’re the Yankees.” Since the couple shared the same love for the Bombers, Aaron decided to continue with the team, possibly till the end of his career.
“After every meeting, I’d sit down with my wife. Ee kind of look at each other and be like, ‘We’re Yankees,” says Aaron Judge
Aaron To Lead The Yankees For The Upcoming Season
Aaron Judge gave New York a mini heart attack when he held a meeting with San Francisco Giants during the off-season. Reportedly, the slugger nearly reached an agreement with the Giants. However, persistent efforts from his teammate, Anthony Rizzo, and last-minute intervention by the Yankees owner, saved the day for the Yankees. Eventually, the slugger decided to continue with the Yanks for nine more years at the cost of $360 million.
Furthermore, as a reward, the Yankees front office named Aaron Judge, the captain of the New York Yankees, for the 2023 MLB season. The 30-year-old will succeed Derek Jeter, who left the spot empty after his retirement in 2014. However, during an interview, Aaron stated he would not don a captaincy badge on his pinstripes as the team does not have such kind of a tradition. He wants others in the bullpen to feel equal by not giving a sense of superiority.