BREAKING: New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge has just hit his 359th career home run, catapulting him past Hall of Famer Yogi Berra for fifth place on the franchise’s all-time home run list. This momentous achievement occurred in the first inning against the Detroit Tigers on August 31, 2023, as Judge crushed a full-count splitter from pitcher Casey Mize into right-center field, putting the Yankees ahead 1-0.
The home run marks Judge’s 44th of the season, achieving an exit velocity of 110.6 mph and traveling an impressive 412 feet. This milestone is a significant step in Judge’s career, as he matched Berra’s record just days earlier, in a game against the Chicago White Sox, where he hit a solo homer in a 3-2 loss.
Judge, who was drafted by the Yankees in the first round of the 2013 amateur draft, made a splash in his first at-bat on August 13, 2016, hitting a home run. He now trails only legendary Yankees like Babe Ruth (659 homers), Mickey Mantle (536), Lou Gehrig (493), and Joe DiMaggio (361) on the career home runs list.
Coming back from a right elbow injury that sidelined him from the outfield since July 25, Judge’s triumphant return was marked not only by his powerful swing but also with a diving catch on a sinking liner in a recent game against Toronto. This resilience has sparked excitement among fans and teammates alike, emphasizing his vital role in the Yankees’ lineup.
As Judge continues to chase history, fans are eager to see how far he will go this season. Will he reach new heights before the season concludes? Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.