It is rare for a star to begin a season in a way that leaves fans and analysts alike in awe. Yet, this is where we are, witnessing a performance that looks almost mythical. A season which is rewriting the MLB record books. Just a few weeks into the season, Aaron Judge has done what no one in the AL has ever done. As the excitement builds, so does the anticipation: Is this the year that history will be made?
The story unfolding on the diamond is not just related to home runs and RBIs, though those are part of the tale. It is related to consistency, dominance and capability that commands the spotlight of the MLB. When the 2025 MLB season began, the expectations were high for many stars, but the powerhouse right fielder has defied all odds in the first few weeks of the season.
By the end of last month, Aaron Judge became the first star to gather 50 hits before the month of May. However, that was not all. The star also reached base 70 times and amassed 85 total bases, establishing the stage for what could be a legendary season.
This historic accomplishment doesn’t just stand out in the box score—it places Judge in a class of his own. In fact, the only other talents to achieve such a feat were legends like Lou Gehrig and Mickey Mantle, putting Judge in some seriously exclusive company within the Yankees’ storied history. These early figures—50 hits, 70 times on base, 85 total bases—are not just impressive; they are unmatched. What makes it even more jaw-dropping is that Judge has managed to keep his batting average well above .400, cementing his place at the top of the league in multiple categories, including hits, total bases, OPS, and WAR.
As if that wasn’t enough, Judge‘s performance has already made an evident impact on the Yankees’ offense. In a blowout win over the Baltimore Orioles, Judge bombed a home run to add to his already remarkable statistics. With his combination of power, patience, and consistency, the Yankees’ offense has had a reliable engine, and that engine is none other than Aaron Judge. His role in this offensive surge is clear: not only is he one of the main contributors, but he is guiding Yankees momentum.
Prior to 2025, no AL player had ever collected 50 hits in a season before May. Neither had an AL player reached base 70 times (H/BB/HBP) before May, nor amassed 85 total bases before May.
Aaron Judge of the @Yankees did all three this year. pic.twitter.com/MKYRe4VXhZ
— OptaSTATS (@OptaSTATS) May 1, 2025
Looking at his season in a wider context, Judge’s 2025 season is already shaping up to be an MVP-caliber run, similar to the one he had in 2024 when he won his second AL MVP award. However, what’s even more thrilling is that, at this pace, he might be poised to break even more records as the season goes forward. If Judge keeps this consistency, not only will the Yankees be contending for a World Series title, but Judge will be cementing his legacy as one of the greatest to ever play the sport.
Aaron Judge’s anime cameo and off-field brilliance add to his legendary aura
While Aaron Judge continues to rule the field, he is also taking over screens in a completely distinctive way—an animated one. As part of MLB’s 2025 Heroes of the Game campaign, the Yankees star was seen as an anime-style role with stars like Julio Rodriguez and Paul Skenes. The campaign fused baseball with anime essence and launched before Opening Day. It quickly became a hit among fans. Aaron Judge’s reaction—”they got the batting gloves right“—was shared by the team’s beat reporter, Bryan Hoch. It added a light-hearted twist to Judge’s larger-than-life image. His anime debut is yet another symbol of his expanding brand and cultural value in MLB.
This off-field buzz is not just related to aesthetics—it reinforces Judge’s stature as the face of MLB in 2025. That is why he is chosen as the captain of Team USA. It is his power that, despite the Yankees’ loss to the Orioles in a current game where Aaron Judge hit his 10th homer, his availability remained the headline. Aaron Boone highlighted his continued evolution as a hitter, and said, “honestly, I do not think he is really been that hot yet… When he gets really going… buckle up”. That underlines just how elite Judge’s floor is—while others peak, he is just warming up. Whether he is sending balls into the seats and playing in anime style, Aaron Judge isn’t just leading the Yankees—he’s leading the game’s entire narrative.
Whether it’s redrafting history books or excelling in anime, Aaron Judge is doing it all in 2025. His jaw-dropping numbers and off-field charisma are reevaluating what it means to be a modern baseball icon. As the season heats up, one thing’s clear—Judge is not just playing the game, he’s commanding the spotlight. Stay tuned.
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