JUDGE WINS THE MVP!

Aaron Judge has once again proven he’s in a league of his own. The Yankees’ superstar was named the unanimous winner of the 2024 American League Most Valuable Player award, an honor no one can argue he earned with a season that bordered on legendary. This marks Judge’s second MVP win, the first coming in 2022 when he rewrote history by breaking the AL single-season home run record.

At 32 years old, Judge delivered a performance that defined dominance. His .322 batting average, 58 home runs, and 144 RBIs weren’t just league-leading—they were jaw-dropping. Every at-bat felt like an event, and his ability to rise to the moment powered the Yankees to 94 wins, the most in the American League this season. The numbers only begin to tell the story. Judge also led all of MLB in on-base percentage (.458), slugging percentage (.701), and OPS+ (223), a mark that puts him alongside the likes of Barry Bonds and Ted Williams for one of the greatest offensive seasons in modern history.

If the advanced stats are your thing, Judge’s 10.8 WAR says it all. He wasn’t just valuable; he was indispensable, pacing the Yankees in every meaningful way. And let’s not overlook his 133 walks or the AL-best 392 total bases, a feat few have matched in the game’s long history.

The MVP race wasn’t particularly close, but credit where it’s due—Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. claimed second place with a strong season, earning all 30 second-place votes. Juan Soto, Judge’s outfield partner in the Bronx, rounded out the top three, giving the Yankees another reason to celebrate. The combination of Judge and Soto provided a spark to a lineup that made fans dream of October glory.

Though Judge’s postseason numbers weren’t as gaudy as his regular season stats—he hit .184 with three home runs in 14 playoff games—it’s important to remember that MVP voting is based on regular-season performance. And Judge’s regular season wasn’t just MVP-worthy; it was historic.

Winning multiple MVP awards cements Judge’s place among baseball’s elite. Only 34 players in MLB history have achieved that distinction, and Judge’s name belongs alongside theirs. His consistent brilliance and towering presence at the plate make him one of the most feared and respected players in the game today.

This season was another chapter in a career that feels destined for Cooperstown. Judge’s leadership and excellence continue to set the standard not just for the Yankees but for baseball as a whole. It’s a reminder that when Aaron Judge steps onto the field, greatness is never far behind.