How 25-year-old Aaron Judge became the face of the Yankees and a home run king
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Yankees rookie phenom Aaron Judge has been one of the most compelling stories in baseball so far this season.
Standing 6-foot-7 and weighing 282 pounds, Judge is already the largest position player to ever take the field. He also already has the record for most home runs by a Yankees rookie and won the All-Star Game Home Run Derby in convincing fashion.
But beyond his imposing size, it’s his quick rise to success that is catching the eyes of baseball fans across the league.
Despite his current high profile, Judge didn’t come into the league as highly touted as many other recent young breakout stars have.
Below, we'll take you through Judge's meteoric rise as one of the most must-watch players in Major League Baseball.
Aaron Judge was born on April 26, 1992 in Linden, California.
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The day after his birth, Aaron was adopted by his parents — two teachers, Patty and Wayne Judge. Aaron credits his mother with much of his success, and claims he wouldn't be a Yankee without her. "She's molded me into the person that I am today."
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Growing up, Judge attended Linden High School, where he was a three-sport athlete playing football, basketball, and baseball.
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