Yankees slugger Aaron Judge made more franchise history on Friday night, September 22, 2023, when he swatted three home runs in his team's win over the Arizona Diamondbacks (NYY 7, ARI 1). In doing so, Judge became the first player in Yankees history with multiple three-homer games in a single season.
Judge's first three-home run game of the season came on August 19th against the Boston Red Sox. He hit a three-run homer in the third inning, a two-run shot in the fifth inning, and a solo drive in the seventh inning to lead the Yankees to a 10-5 victory.
On Friday night against the Diamondbacks, Judge hit a three-run homer in the third inning, a two-run shot in the fifth inning, and a solo drive in the seventh inning. His three homers gave him 53 for the season, which is tied for the most in Major League Baseball with Kyle Schwarber of the Philadelphia Phillies.
Judge's historic performance on Friday night was met with a standing ovation from the Yankee Stadium crowd. After rounding the bases on his third home run, Judge took a curtain call.
"It was great," Judge said after the game. "And anytime Yankee fans want to show some love and appreciation, I love it. and It was a pretty cool moment right there."
Judge's second three-homer game of the season puts him in elite company. He is now the sixth player in Yankees history with multiple three-homer games in a single season. The other five players are:
- Lou Gehrig (4 times)
- Joe DiMaggio (3 times)
- Alex Rodriguez (3 times)
- Tony Lazzeri (2 times)
- Bobby Murcer (2 times)
Judge's performance is also impressive considering that he is coming off of a record-breaking season in 2022. Last year, Judge hit 62 home runs, which is the most by a Yankee since Roger Maris in 1961. and He also won the American League MVP award.
This season, Judge is on pace to break his own home run record. He is averaging 53 home runs per 162 games, which is more than he hit last season. Judge is also on pace to drive in over 100 runs and score over 100 runs for the second consecutive season.
Judge's historic performance in 2023 is a testament to his greatness as a player. He is one of the most feared hitters in baseball, and he is putting up video game numbers. If Judge can continue to produce at this level, he will have a chance to lead the Yankees to a World Series championship.
Judge's impact on the Yankees
And Judge is the most important player on the Yankees. He is a force in the middle of the lineup, and he provides a spark of excitement every time he comes to the plate. Judge is also a leader on and off the field. He is a role model for his younger teammates, and he is always willing to help others.
The Yankees are a very good team, but they would not be the same without Judge. He is the best player in baseball, and he is leading the Yankees to a World Series championship.
Judge's future with the Yankees
Judge is eligible for free agency after the 2023 season. The Yankees have already said that they want to keep him in New York, but it will take a lot of money to do so. Judge is one of the most valuable players in baseball, and he is going to be paid accordingly.
If the Yankees can sign Judge to a long-term deal, it will be a huge victory for the franchise. Judge is the face of the Yankees, and he is the player who can lead them to a World Series championship.
And Aaron Judge is one of the greatest players in the Yankees' history. He is on pace to have another record-breaking season in 2023, and he is leading the Yankees to a World Series championship. Judge is the future of the franchise, and the Yankees are lucky to have him.
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