Aaron Judge Reaches 500 Extra-Base Hits, Joins DiMaggio, Gehrig

Aaron Judge had a standout performance for the New York Yankees, hitting his fifth home run of the season and achieving his 500th career extra-base hit during a game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. This milestone makes him the third-fastest player in Yankees history to reach 500 extra-base hits, trailing only legends Joe DiMaggio and Lou Gehrig. Judge's early-season dominance has him tied for the Major League lead in home runs, with a significant portion of his power coming in the first inning. Analysts suggest that if Judge maintains his current pace, he could chase historic records, including Barry Bonds' single-season mark. The Yankees, now 4-2, show promise as their offense appears deeper and more consistent than in recent years, with support from teammates. As Judge continues to excel, discussions about his potential for a .500 on-base percentage have emerged, an achievement not seen in decades.