Aaron Judge passes Joe DiMaggio on Yankees all-time home run list, after meeting with Trump
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Fox News•Sep 13•Sports
📰 Article Summary
President Donald Trump visited the New York Yankees clubhouse and encouraged players ahead of their games, resulting in a surge of performance by star player Aaron Judge, who hit three home runs, marking his historic 362nd career home run, surpassing Joe DiMaggio. Judge's successful performance coincided with Trump's attendance, and he humorously suggested the team should have Trump present more often, attributing their success to his encouraging presence. The article details Judge's impressive statistics and how his achievements place him among Yankees legends.
📌 Key Facts
- Trump's Clubhouse Visit: During a pre-game visit to the Yankees' clubhouse, President Trump encouraged the team, telling them they needed to win, which appeared to motivate the players, particularly Aaron Judge.
- Aaron Judge's Historic Achievement: In a recently played game, Aaron Judge hit his 362nd career home run, which moved him into fourth place on the Yankees' all-time home run list, surpassing the legendary Joe DiMaggio.
- Performance Surge: Judge's remarkable performance saw him hit three home runs over two games, demonstrating a significant impact following Trump's visit, which was noted for boosting team morale.
- Call for Trump to Return: In a light-hearted remark, Judge expressed the desire for Trump to visit the team more often, attributing part of their recent success to the president's presence and encouragement.
- Judge's Season Stats: With his recent home runs, Judge now boasts a major league-best batting average of .324 and continues to break records, climbing the ranks among Yankees greats.
📂 Article Classification
Topic Tags: Sports
📍 Location
New York, New York United States
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