**SEO Title:** Aaron Judge Surpasses DiMaggio with Historic Home Run
**Meta Description:** Aaron Judge hits his 362nd home run, surpassing Joe DiMaggio on the Yankees’ all-time list, following a memorable game with President Trump.
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**Headline:** Aaron Judge Makes History by Surpassing Joe DiMaggio in Home Runs
Aaron Judge, the captain of the New York Yankees, has been on a remarkable streak, hitting three home runs in just two games since his recent handshake with former President Donald Trump. His latest achievement came on Friday night when he launched a first-inning home run against the Boston Red Sox, marking the 362nd of his career. This milestone allowed Judge to surpass Yankees legend Joe DiMaggio, who finished his career with 361 home runs.
Judge accomplished this feat in his 1,130th game, while DiMaggio reached his total over 1,736 games, concluding his career in 1951 after a 13-year tenure that included a three-year service in World War II. Just a day prior, Judge had already made headlines by hitting two home runs against the Detroit Tigers, with Trump in attendance to witness the game.
During his visit to the Yankees’ clubhouse, Trump interacted with Judge and other players, expressing his confidence in the team. Judge’s performance that day included going 3-for-4 with two solo home runs, bringing his season total to 46 homers, a testament to his MVP-caliber season.
Trump commented on Judge’s impressive physique and performance, stating, “He has the biggest forearms — you know I’ve seen weightlifters — I’ve never seen arms this big. And he’s a fantastic person too.” Judge, reflecting on the team’s success, suggested that having Trump around could boost their performance, saying, “He came in here and told us we were going to win, so I think that gave everybody the confidence in the room.”
With his 47th home run of the season, Judge has raised his batting average to an impressive .324, solidifying his place among the Yankees’ greats. He recently broke a tie with Hall of Famer Yogi Berra for fifth place on New York’s all-time home run list. The only players ahead of him are Babe Ruth (659), Mickey Mantle (536), and Lou Gehrig (493).
As Judge continues to make history, fans eagerly anticipate what he will achieve next in this remarkable season.
**FAQ Section:**
**Q: How many home runs has Aaron Judge hit this season?**
A: As of now, Aaron Judge has hit 47 home runs this season, leading the major leagues.