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New York, NY: Aaron Judge 2025 AL MVP honors now place the Yankees star among DiMaggio, Yogi Berra, and Mantle as franchise legends. Judge’s historic season included 53 home runs, a .331 batting average, and a 1.144 OPS. 2025 AL MVP award has gone to Aaron Judge, cementing the New York Yankees captain’s place among the most accomplished players in franchise and Major League Baseball history. Judge finished the season with 53 home runs, the highest total in the American League according to multiple official season summaries (AP News, MLB.com). He added a .331 batting average and a 1.144 OPS, becoming just the fourth Yankee ever to win three AL MVPs, alongside Joe DiMaggio, Yogi Berra, and Mickey Mantle (MLB.com).
Season Breakdown
Judge’s late-season surge, widely highlighted by analysts across major outlets, kept the Yankees in contention during key stretches. His combination of power and consistency defined New York’s offense and has been repeatedly called out as a difference-maker by MLB insiders (BBWAA release, CBS Sports).
2025 Aaron Judge Key Stats
| Home Runs | Batting Avg. | OPS | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53 | .331 | 1.144 | MLB.com |
Competition from Raleigh
Cal Raleigh of the Seattle Mariners finished second in voting, turning the MVP race into one of the most tightly contested in recent years (AP News).
Judge received 17 first-place votes, while Raleigh received 13, according to official BBWAA ballots.
Why the Vote Went Judge’s Way
Major league analysts emphasized Judge’s leadership both on and off the field. Beat writers consistently referenced his intangible impact, including his ability to set a clubhouse tone and elevate the performance of those around him. While some analysts suggest Judge’s third MVP could factor in future contract discussions, no official talks have been announced (ESPN).
Fan and Team Reaction
The Yankees’ official social media channels quickly posted congratulations. Fans outside Yankee Stadium celebrated the historic achievement, and New York sports commentators called it “a win for both Judge and the tradition of Yankees baseball excellence” (NY Post).
