Aaron Judge and his journey towards Yankees' Captaincy

FIRSTSPORTZ Presents By - Yagya Bhargava

Aaron Judge slammed 62 home runs in a single season for the New York Yankees and crowned himself as the American League's New HR KING

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Judge had his contract ending with the Yankees after 2022 season and he decided to explore the free agency market denying Yankees' $213.5 million extention.

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Aaron Judge was spotted around the San Fransisco area with rumors rising that the Giants are interested in him and offered a $360 million contract.

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After plenty speculations, Aaron Judge decided to stay back with the Yankees accepting their $360 million, 9-year deal.

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Yankees announced his signing on 21st December also introducing him as the 16th franchise captain, after Derek Jeter.

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