Aaron Judge continued his exceptional start to the season on Sunday, leading the New York Yankees to a 12-2 victory over the Athletics in Sacramento. Judge’s impressive performance included four hits, pushing his batting average above .400 once again. His .409 batting average is currently the highest in the league, well ahead of teammate Paul Goldschmidt’s .349.
With this strong showing, Judge now ranks fourth in MLB history for the best batting average with at least 14 home runs in the first 40 games of the season. He joins the ranks of legends like Manny Ramirez, Jimmie Foxx, and Mickey Mantle.
Judge’s impactful hits throughout the game helped secure the win for the Yankees. His contributions included a two-run single in the second inning, a double in the fourth, and a single in the fifth that led to another run. By the end of the game, Judge had accumulated seven games with at least three hits this season.
As the Yankees cruised to their fourth win in five games, they improved to a 23-17 record for the season. The team will now prepare for a three-game series against the Seattle Mariners to conclude their West Coast road trip.
In addition to his impressive batting average, Judge leads the league in RBI, hits, and home runs. His outstanding performance has positioned him as a strong contender for the AL MVP award, with high odds of winning according to BetMGM.
While Judge’s current batting average may not be sustainable in the long run, his historic achievements so far this season cannot be overlooked. As the season progresses, fans will be eager to see if Judge can maintain this level of play and lead the Yankees to further success in the postseason.