Aaron Judge, the New York Yankees captain, has been single-handedly carrying the team on his shoulders since his debut in 2016. He won AL-MVP in 2022 and finished as the team’s best hitter in 2023 despite missing nearly 60 games due to a toe injury.
However, the 2024 season has been different, as Aaron Judge has found a perfect partner in generational star Juan Soto. The Yankees are no longer dependent on the captain, as Soto has been equally dominant with the bat. Hence, MLB analyst Jon Morosi weighed on the duo’s firepower and explained how they bring out the best in each other.
Juan Soto Brings The Best Out Of Aaron Judge, Claims Jon Morosi
In the realm of baseball analysis, Jon Morosi’s recent insights have sparked considerable excitement among New York Yankees fans. Morosi claims that Juan Soto, the young superstar outfielder, has a unique ability to elevate Aaron Judge’s game, suggesting that their partnership could be transformative for the Yankees. He said the best Soto brings out the best in Aaron Judge which sums up the dynamic duo’s impressive synergy. Soto’s exceptional plate discipline and ability to get on base frequently creates more RBI opportunities for Judge, who excels in driving in runs with his powerful hitting. And the duo has already shown that their partnership is capable of producing something extraordinary this year.
Notably, Aaron Judge and Juan Soto are hitting .305 and .318, respectively, batting second and third this year. They are also first and second in the OPS. And with a combined 41 home runs already, the duo is on the pace to become the first Yankee duo since Roger Maris and Micky Mantle to hit 40 home runs each in a single season. Of course, that would require Soto to stay healthy. While Judge has gone nuclear on the plate since his career first ejection, Soto missed the LA Dodgers series last week with a forearm inflammation injury. Soto has returned as DH in the lineup against the Kansas City Royals, as it still could be a couple of days before he will be able to resume defensive duties in the outfield. Meanwhile, captain Aaron Judge also had an off-day on Monday for the first time this year, citing travel fatigue.
Judge On Nuclear Stretch Since First Career Ejection
The New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge was ejected for the first time in his career in May when a disagreement with the umpire caused a massive showdown. Judge argued over a dubious strike call, and the plate umpire, irked by Judge’s aggression, tossed him in front of a packed home crowd at the Yankee Stadium.
However, the career maiden ejection proved to be a blessing in disguise for Aaron Judge as it ignited a beat in him. Since the fateful ejection day, Judge has gone 48-for-114 with a .421 batting average, 14 singles, 15 doubles, 1 triple, 18 home runs, 31 walks, and 1.588 OPS across 33 games. He also won AL Player of the Month for his iconic stretch.
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