Aaron Judge's Historic Season Amid Yankees Changes

Aaron Judge has become the fastest player in MLB history to reach 350 career home runs, maintaining a historic season for the New York Yankees as he leads the league in batting average and home runs. Judge, who recently surpassed Derek Jeter in career WAR, draws inspiration from Jeter's leadership and emphasizes maintaining the Yankees' legacy. Despite his MVP-caliber performance, the Yankees have struggled with consistency beyond the top of the order, raising concerns about their postseason prospects. Recent roster changes, including the departures of Juan Soto and Gleyber Torres, have increased Judge’s importance to the team’s future. Judge's leadership is notable amid the team’s efforts to address roster weaknesses and pursue a championship. As the Yankees enter the All-Star break, Judge’s achievements highlight both his individual excellence and the challenges facing the team.