BTN News: Aaron Judge continues to dominate Major League Baseball with his incredible power, as the star outfielder of the New York Yankees blasted his 49th home run of the season. This long ball, which leads all of MLB, was a pivotal moment in the Yankees’ 3-0 shutout victory over the Colorado Rockies on Friday night. Judge, known for his towering home runs, sent the ball soaring 388 feet between left and center field in the sixth inning, taking Rockies’ pitcher Kyle Freeland (3-6) deep for yet another signature moment in his remarkable campaign. This blast not only marked the fourth consecutive game in which Judge has homered but also solidified his status as one of the most feared sluggers in the league.
Judge’s offensive onslaught has been nothing short of extraordinary as he now has eight home runs in his last 11 games and 17 in his most recent 34 outings. His current pace has him on the verge of making history yet again. With one more home run, Judge would become just the fifth player in MLB history to record three separate seasons of at least 50 home runs, joining an elite group of baseball legends. Moreover, the possibility of matching his record-setting 62 home runs from 2022—a feat that broke the American League record set by the late Yankees great Roger Maris in 1961—seems well within reach.
The Yankees’ victory was also supported by a stellar performance from starting pitcher Carlos Rodón, who improved his record to 14-8, tying for the most wins in the majors this season. Rodón was dominant over six innings, allowing just four hits while striking out five Rockies batters. His control and command on the mound were instrumental in keeping Colorado’s offense at bay. Clay Holmes closed out the game in the ninth, securing his 27th save of the season and preserving the shutout.
For the Rockies, Venezuelan shortstop Ezequiel Tovar managed to contribute with a single in three at-bats, but his efforts were not enough to spark a comeback against the dominant Yankees pitching staff. On the other side, the Yankees’ lineup, while quiet overall, saw contributions from Venezuelan second baseman Gleyber Torres, who went 1-for-4. However, Dominican star Juan Soto and Mexican outfielder Alex Verdugo were both held hitless, going a combined 0-for-5 in the contest.
As the season progresses, all eyes are on Aaron Judge as he continues to chase history with each at-bat. His ability to consistently deliver in key moments is fueling the Yankees’ playoff push and electrifying fans who are eager to witness him rewrite the record books once more. The MVP chants that filled the stadium are a testament to the respect and admiration he commands not only from Yankees fans but from baseball enthusiasts across the globe. With every swing, Judge inches closer to etching his name among the all-time greats in the sport.
