NEW YORK, NY – New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge has done the unthinkable once again, officially cementing his legacy by winning the 2025 American League MVP Award. The stunning triumph marks his third MVP award overall (2022, 2024, 2025) and his second consecutive win, sending shockwaves across Major League Baseball as Judge officially enters legendary territory.
The main character in this historic victory, the 33-year-old outfielder, edged out Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh in one of the tightest MVP races in recent memory, securing 17 of 30 first-place votes.
The Numbers Behind the Dynasty
Judge’s 2025 season was a thunderous display of power and hitting prowess, proving he has not yet reached his ceiling despite already being a multi-time MVP:
| 2025 MVP Season Key Stats | Achievement Note |
| .331 Batting Average | Led the Major Leagues and won the AL Batting Title. |
| 53 Home Runs | Second in the Majors, cementing him as the league’s preeminent slugger. |
| 1.144 OPS | Led the Major Leagues by a significant margin. |
| 137 Runs Scored | Also led the Major Leagues, showcasing his ability to get on base. |
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His victory makes him the first AL player to win back-to-back MVP awards since Miguel Cabrera in 2012–2013 and joins a rarefied Yankees company:
- Three-Time Yankees MVPs: Judge is now the fourth Yankees player to win three MVP awards, joining icons Joe DiMaggio, Yogi Berra, and Mickey Mantle.
Legend Status Confirmed
This third MVP award is what shakes MLB the most. Just four seasons into his historic nine-year contract, Judge has vaulted himself past Yankees legends like Roger Maris and Alex Rodriguez in the MVP category.
His continued dominance suggests he is still improving, turning what was already a Hall of Fame trajectory into a potential argument for being the greatest Yankee slugger of the modern era. As the undisputed captain and face of the franchise, his leadership and production are the bedrock of the Yankees’ perennial title aspirations.
Judge has confirmed his place in the Yankees’ legacy. With the team now focused on building a championship roster around him, would you like to check the latest buzz regarding the Yankees’ pursuit of Juan Soto to solidify their lineup for the 2026 season?
