Aaron Judge continues to impress in the 2025 season, solidifying his place in New York Yankees history. The AL MVP launched his sixth homer of the season and 17th RBI against the Pittsburgh Pirates, helping the Yankees secure a 9-4 victory with a blast off Tim Mayza. The homer, clocked at 106.7 mph and traveling 403 feet, showcases Judge’s power even without the use of torpedo bats.
Notably, Judge’s 321st career homer in his 1,000th game mirrors Babe Ruth’s milestone when he joined the Yankees from the Boston Red Sox. Judge already holds the title of MLB’s all-time leader in home runs in his first 1,000 games and recently tied an MLB record with 17 RBI in the first six games of the season.
Judge’s ability to match Ruth’s historic power output is remarkable, especially considering Ruth’s transition from pitcher to outfielder. With multiple records shared with the legendary slugger, Judge stands out as a modern powerhouse in baseball. While players like Shohei Ohtani may be narrowing the gap, Judge’s dominance in the game is undeniable.