Alright, so let me tell you about this whole Aaron Judge and Barry Bonds thing. It’s been a wild ride, and honestly, I’ve been glued to the screen watching it all unfold.
It all started when Judge started hitting home runs like crazy. I mean, this guy was on fire! Every time he stepped up to the plate, I held my breath, wondering if he’d launch another one into the stands. As the season went on, it became clear he was chasing history.
I started digging into the numbers, comparing Judge to the greats like Babe Ruth and, of course, Barry Bonds. It was crazy to see how he stacked up. I remember thinking, “Is this guy for real?”
The chase for the record
- Tracking Every Swing: I was checking the stats after every game, updating my little spreadsheet, and getting more excited each time Judge went deep.
- The Comparisons: Man, the debates online were intense! Some folks were saying Judge was the “real” home run king because of the whole Bonds and steroids controversy. Others were sticking with Bonds’ 73 home runs as the legitimate record.
- My Take: Look, I get both sides. But watching Judge do what he did, in this day and age, it felt special. You could see the determination in his eyes. It was like he was on a mission.
Then, the moment finally happened. Judge hit that 62nd home run, and I jumped out of my chair! It was history in the making. He surpassed Roger Maris for the American League record, and the whole baseball world was buzzing.
Now, I know some people will always put an asterisk next to Bonds’ record. But for me, seeing Judge do what he did, it was just pure baseball magic. This is a different era and we don’t know what’s behind, it’s tough to compare different eras. But Judge’s performance was something special.
So, where does Judge go from here? Well, he’s still relatively young in baseball terms. He’s definitely got a shot at climbing even higher on the all-time home run list, the career records of Bonds seems a bit far, but we can see. But even if he never hits another home run, what he did this season will be remembered forever. He showed us all what’s possible when you combine talent, hard work, and a whole lot of heart. I mean, this is what sports are all about, right?
In the end, whether you think Judge is the “true” home run king or not, you gotta respect what he accomplished. It was a season for the ages, and I was thrilled to witness every bit of it. It’s moments like these that make you remember why you love the game.
