Aaron Judge Hits His 31st Home Run of the Season
Aaron Judge has etched his name in Yankees history by surpassing a record set by Babe Ruth, a baseball legend and MLB Hall of Famer. During Sunday’s game against the Toronto Blue Jays, the Yankees’ captain hit his 31st home run, leading the Major Leagues in his team’s 8-1 victory at Rogers Centre in Toronto.
A Significant Achievement Before July 1st
According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today Sports, Judge is the first Yankees player to hit 31 home runs before July 1st, a feat only previously accomplished by Babe Ruth, who hit 30 home runs before that date in the 1928 and 1930 seasons. This milestone underscores Judge’s incredible hitting prowess and his potential to break more historical records.
Dominance in June
Aaron Judge appears poised to receive his second consecutive American League Player of the Month award. During June, Judge has been a dominant force, hitting 10 home runs and driving in 35 runs, demonstrating his significant impact on his team’s performance.
Climbing the Yankees’ Historical Ranks
Judge’s recent home run was the 288th of his career, surpassing Bernie Williams (287) and securing the seventh place on the Yankees’ all-time list. With each home run, Judge continues to climb the Yankees’ historical hierarchy, cementing his legacy as one of the team’s greatest hitters.
Value of Aaron Judge’s Signed Baseballs
Historically, baseballs signed by Babe Ruth have fetched impressive prices at auctions, with some selling for over $500,000 due to their rarity and Ruth’s enduring legacy. As Judge breaks historical records and establishes himself as an iconic figure in the Yankees, baseballs signed by him are seeing an increase in value. It is estimated that a baseball signed by Aaron Judge could sell for between $5,000 and $10,000 in the current market, with the potential to increase as he continues to achieve and break records.
Away series
With the victory over the Blue Jays, the Yankees concluded their away series with a 2-4 record, having lost two games in Queens to the Mets. Despite the challenges on this tour, Judge’s stellar performance has been a highlight, keeping the Yankees competitive in every game.
