The Unstoppable Aaron Judge: A Statistical Marvel
The results are in for American League MVP, and Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge has won it in unanimous fashion. He should have. It was an overwhelming case. He led the league in home runs, RBI, walks, on-base percentage, slugging percentage, total bases, and WAR.
This was Judge’s second MVP, putting him in elite company. Among members of the Yankees who won multiple MVPs with the ballclub, Judge now joins the ranks of legends like Lou Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio, and Mickey Mantle.
- Lou Gehrig (1927, 1936)
- Joe DiMaggio (1939, 1941, 1947)
- Mickey Mantle (1956, 1957, 1962)
- Aaron Judge (2022, 2024)
Judge’s impressive season included 58 home runs, 144 RBI, and 122 runs. His performance puts him in rare company with all-time greats like Babe Ruth and Willie Mays.
In the last 10 years, Judge is one of only 14 players to have topped 130 RBI twice. He has also excelled in scoring, joining a select group of players who have scored at least 120 runs three times.
With over 10.5 WAR twice in the last three seasons, Judge’s greatness on the field is undeniable. His offensive prowess is on par with some of the best in baseball history.
After a stellar 2022 season, Judge improved even further in 2024 with a 223 OPS+. His consistency and excellence at the plate place him among the elite in the game.
Despite his individual success, Judge understands the importance of team achievements. While he fell short in the World Series, his impact on the Yankees cannot be understated.
Aaron Judge’s remarkable talent and dedication to the game make him one of the greatest offensive players in baseball history. His legacy is still being written, but his place among the legends of the sport is already secure.
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