Aaron Judge cites team captaincy as greatest MLB honor
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 2:41 AM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Aaron Judge revealed that being named team captain of the New York Yankees is the greatest honor of his MLB career. During an appearance at Fanatics Fest on July 16, Judge emphasized the importance of earning the title daily through preparation and performance. This accolade came after his impressive journey since his 2016 debut, which includes three MVP awards and eight All-Star selections. Judge became the 16th Yankees captain in franchise history in 2022, filling a gap since Derek Jeter's retirement in 2014. He aims to set a positive example for teammates and fans while striving for team success.
- •Aaron Judge became Yankees captain in 2022.
- •Judge has 11 years of MLB experience.
- •He earned three MVP awards and eight All-Star selections.
- •The Yankees lacked a captain since Derek Jeter retired in 2014.
- •Judge's captaincy signifies leadership within the franchise.
- 2:41 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees’ Aaron Judge Reveals the ‘Greatest Honor’ of His MLB Career
"Aaron Judge made his MLB debut with the New York Yankees in 2016, and it didn’t take long for him to make his presence felt. In 2017, Judge earned his first All-Star selection after a historic rookie season where he hit 52 home runs and recorded 114 RBIs. Throughout his 11-year MLB career, Judge has […] The post Yankees’ Aaron Judge Reveals the ‘Greatest Honor’ of His MLB Career appeared first on HEAVY.
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