Aaron Judge is the fastest player to hit 300 home runs, reaching the milestone in 955 game

Aaron Judge, the New York Yankees' prolific outfielder, has recently etched his name in the annals of Major League Baseball history by becoming the fastest player to reach 300 career home runs, accomplishing this remarkable feat in just 955 games. This achievement not only underscores Judge's extraordinary power-hitting abilities but also highlights his significance within the sport during a transformative era characterized by both offensive prowess and evolving player metrics. The milestone reflects not only individual excellence but also situates Judge within a broader narrative of baseball's changing landscape.

Judge's ascent to this milestone can be attributed to several factors, including his exceptional combination of size, skill, and discipline at the plate. Standing at 6 feet 7 inches tall and weighing approximately 282 pounds, Judge possesses an imposing physical presence that enables him to generate substantial bat speed and launch balls into orbit. Moreover, his keen eye for pitches allows him to draw walks frequently while minimizing strikeouts. This unique blend of attributes positions him as one of the most formidable hitters in contemporary baseball.

When Juan Soto received an intentional walk ahead of Judge, the move prompted bemused headshakes, followed by anticipation that history was in the making. Judge delivered, launching a Chad Kuhl sinker into the left-field bullpen to claim his milestone in the Bombers’ 10-2 victory over the White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field.

Judge became the 162nd player all-time to reach 300 homers and the 17th player to reach the mark while playing for the Yankees. His homer total ranks 13th among active players.

With the Yankees already holding a 6-2 lead and following an intentional walk to Juan Soto, Judge lifted a 3-0 pitch from Chad Kuhl into the back of Chicago's bullpen in left field.

Judge's home run measured 361 feet, tied for his second-shortest this season, trailing only a 339-foot one on May 19. It would not have been a home run in Yankee Stadium.

Judge is the seventh player to hit 300 home runs for the Yankees in franchise history, joining Ruth, Mickey Mantle, Lou Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio, Yogi Berra and Alex Rodriguez.

It took Judge 671 games to reach 200 career home runs; he needed just 284 games to go from 200 to 300.

Judge became the 162nd player all time to reach 300 homers. His total ranks 13th among active players.

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Sarah H

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