New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge is undoubtedly the king of New York sports. He has been named an All-Star multiple times and won the 2022 AL MVP award after a historic season in which he broke Roger Maris’ AL single-season home run record with 62 homers.
This season, as well, Aaron Judge is on par to recreate the majestic 2022 season numbers. However, as widely been touted as Derek Jeter’s successor, Judge will something more than his home run count to not only live up to the Yankee legend’s legacy but surpass it to stamp an authority of his own.
Aaron Judge Is A World Series Title Away From Being In Derek Jeter’s Ranks
Aaron Judge, the New York Yankees’ captain, has become one of the most prominent faces in MLB since his debut in 2016. He is undoubtedly one of the best and most consistent hitters of this generation. However, as Judge continues to make his mark, a question arises among Yankees fans and baseball enthusiasts alike: can Aaron Judge surpass the legacy of Derek Jeter, the iconic Yankees shortstop and captain? Derek Jeter’s legacy with the Yankees is one of excellence, consistency, and leadership. Over his 20-year career, Jeter became the face of the franchise, leading the Yankees to five World Series championships and earning 14 All-Star selections. Meanwhile, Aaron Judge has already passed Jeter in terms of individual talent, says Ian O’Connor.
The writer added that to surpass Derek Jeter’s legacy in the New York Yankees storied history, Aaron Judge will need not just one but multiple World Series titles. Also, the captain will be required to go ballistic in October, as Judge’s postseason record has been abysmal. On the other hand, Jeter owns a long list of clutch performances that spanned through his two-decade-long career. “Yeah, he surpassed the ultimate winner. But it also feels like the reality, that the mystique of Jeter is almost impenetrable,” O’Connor said. While Judge has already achieved remarkable individual success, legacy in baseball is often measured by postseason achievements and the ability to lead a team to championships. However, if Judge can lead the Yankees to multiple rings and continue to put up elite numbers, he could challenge Jeter’s place in Yankees lore.
Aaron Judge On Pace To Recreate 2022 Magic
With the 49th long hit of the season, Aaron Judge is now officially on pace to finish the season with 62 home runs, an all-time high single-season record set by Judge himself in 2022. Judge came through to score against the Rockies in Yankees 3-0 victory on Friday. However, Judge isn’t focused on individual brilliance.
When asked to rate his 2024 season, Aaron Judge cited the New York Yankees’ success as a clear reflection of his achievement. “We’re in first place, and that’s all that matters right now,” Judge said during the post-game interview. And despite the majestic form, the captain is hungry for more and is determined to work on areas of improvement.
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