**Aaron Judge Hits 350th Home Run, Surpassing Mark McGwire’s Milestone**
Aaron Judge, the New York Yankees’ star outfielder, reached a significant milestone in his Major League Baseball career by hitting his 350th home run on Saturday. The achievement came during a game against the Chicago Cubs, where Judge launched a ball over the outfield wall, marking a notable moment in his journey.
Judge’s accomplishment is particularly impressive as he reached the 350-home run mark in just 1,088 games, outpacing former slugger Mark McGwire, who hit his 350th in 1,280 games. McGwire achieved this milestone on June 2, 1997, against Detroit Tigers pitcher Brian Moehler, surpassing Harmon Killebrew, who reached 350 in his 1,319th game.
Reflecting on McGwire’s legacy, Judge acknowledged the impact the former player had on the game, stating, “Big Mac did a lot of great things in this game, and he’s definitely a legend.” Yankees manager Aaron Boone also commented on Judge’s achievement, noting the different eras in which they played.
At 33 years old, Judge debuted with the Yankees in 2016 at the age of 24. This season, he has been a standout performer, leading the league with a .358 batting average, alongside 35 home runs and 81 RBIs. Despite the personal achievement, Judge expressed disappointment over the team’s loss to the Cubs, saying, “Would have been great if we got a win today.”
Judge’s relationship with McGwire has remained strong since their first conversation, which began when Judge was recovering from an injury. “I think it started with when I broke my first rib,” Judge explained. “His son was kind of going through the same thing, so he was first asking me how did I heal? What do we do?”
As Judge continues to build on his impressive career, he remains focused on contributing to his team’s success while cherishing the connections he has made along the way.
**FAQ**
**Q: How quickly did Aaron Judge reach 350 home runs compared to Mark McGwire?**
A: Aaron Judge reached his 350th home run in 1,088 games, while Mark McGwire achieved this milestone in 1,280 games.