The New York Yankees’ 2024 season ended in disappointment, as they faltered in the World Series and were defeated by the Los Angeles Dodgers. To make matters worse, they saw their star outfielder, Juan Soto, leave for the New York Mets—a move that many observers felt marked a significant shift in the landscape of New York City baseball. It seemed like a tough blow for the Yankees, but they’ve come out swinging in 2025, starting the season with three consecutive wins.
A major part of this early success is the explosive performance from Aaron Judge. The slugger has been nothing short of spectacular, hitting four home runs and driving in 11 RBIs in just three games. His standout moment came on Saturday when he blasted three homers in a single game against the Milwaukee Brewers. His hot start has ignited the Yankees’ offense, helping them score a jaw-dropping 36 runs in those first three games.
With his leadership and power, Judge has already given Yankees fans something to cheer about, and the team is clearly riding the momentum. On Instagram, the Yankees sent a simple yet powerful message to their captain: “Let’s roll, Cap.” The message underscores the team’s belief that Judge can help them contend for the World Series this year, even after the challenges they faced in 2024.
Judge’s performance so far in 2025 comes off the back of a historic 2024 season in which he led MLB with 144 RBIs, 58 home runs, and a .458 on-base percentage. Those numbers earned him his second American League MVP award in just three years, solidifying his place as one of the best players in the game.
As the Yankees embark on this new season, all eyes are on Judge. To get the Bronx Bombers back to championship glory, he may need to have his best season yet. But if his early performance is any indication, the Yankees could very well be on track to compete for a World Series title this year.
