Aaron Judge, the New York Yankees’ star slugger, has made history by achieving the 350-homer milestone in just 1,088 games. This accomplishment surpasses the previous record set by Mark McGwire, who reached the same feat in 1,280 games. Judge’s speed to this milestone highlights his exceptional power-hitting ability and cementing his place among the league’s elite sluggers.
The Yankees’ star player, who turned 33 in April, has been a force on the field since his debut with the team at age 24 in 2016. His recent performance includes doubling twice and maintaining a major league-leading batting average of .358, alongside 35 home runs and 81 RBIs. Despite the team’s 5-2 loss to the Chicago Cubs, Judge remains optimistic about the team’s potential for future success.
Judge has maintained a close relationship with Mark McGwire, the former slugger who used performance-enhancing drugs and was denied entry to the Hall of Fame. Their connection began when Judge faced a rib injury, and McGwire’s son was experiencing similar issues. Judge provided advice on healing, and they have remained in contact, showing the respect and camaraderie between these two power-hitting icons.