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Aaron Judge is an American professional baseball right fielder for the New York Yankees of Major League Baseball (MLB). He made his MLB debut in 2016, and was named an All-Star as a rookie. Judge quickly gained recognition for his incredible hitting ability, setting a new single-season home run record for rookies in 2017 with 52.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1992</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Aaron Judge is Born</div><div class='timeline-text'>On April 26, 1992, Aaron Judge was born in Linden, California.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Graduates High School</div><div class='timeline-text'>Judge graduates from Linden High School and is drafted by the Oakland Athletics in the 31st round of the MLB draft.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Transfers to Fresno State</div><div class='timeline-text'>Judge transfers to Fresno State University and plays college baseball for the Bulldogs.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Drafted by Yankees</div><div class='timeline-text'>Judge is selected 32nd overall in the 2013 MLB draft by the New York Yankees.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>MVP of All Star Game</div><div class='timeline-text'>Judge wins the Home Run Derby and is named MVP of the 2017 MLB All Star game.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>American League Rookie of the Year</div><div class='timeline-text'>Judge is named the American League Rookie of the Year after hitting 52 home runs.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Signs Contract Extension with Yankees</div><div class='timeline-text'>Signs a one year $8 million contract extension with the Yankees.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's a Great Role Model</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Aaron Judge is a great role model for young athletes. He is an example of how hard work and dedication can lead to success, as well as being a good person and treating others with respect.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He's a Great Athlete</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Aaron Judge is an amazing baseball player. He has won multiple awards, including Rookie of the Year in 2017 and the Home Run Derby in 2017. He is also known for his incredible power hitting ability.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>He is a Gamer</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Aaron Judge also loves to play video games. He often streams himself playing games such as Fortnite on Twitch and interacts with fans while doing so. This makes him more relatable and adds to his likability.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Youngest Player to Reach 100 Home Runs</h3><p class='facts-text'>Aaron Judge is the youngest player in MLB history to reach 100 career home runs, achieving the milestone at 27 years old.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Only Player to Win 16 Straight Home Run Derby Titles</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2017, Aaron Judge became the first and only player to win consecutive Home Run Derby titles, winning an unprecedented 16 straight rounds.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Hit 52 Home Runs as a Rookie</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2017, Aaron Judge set a new record for most home runs by a rookie with 52. He was also the first rookie to ever lead the league in home runs.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>First Yankee to Win MVP Award Since</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2017, Aaron Judge became the first New York Yankee since 2012 to win the American League MVP Award.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Highest Career Batting Average Among Active Players</h3><p class='facts-text'>As of 2021, Aaron Judge has the highest career batting average among active players with a .277 lifetime average.</p></div></div>
Aaron Judge is an American baseball player who was born on April 26, 1992, and is currently 31 years old. He is best known for his impressive offensive production as a power hitter, setting the MLB record for most home runs in a rookie season, and winning AL Rookie of the Year honors in 2017.
Aaron Judge has an estimated net worth of $10M. One of the most popular Major League Baseball players, his wealth comes from his seven-year multi-million dollar contract and various endorsement deals. In addition, Judge has set up various business investments, which have increased his net worth even further.
