Aaron Judge: The Yankees' Defensive Wall

Aaron Judge's defensive skills were on full display during the Yankees' 11-0 victory over the Cubs. His ability to make spectacular catches is becoming a common sight, but it always leaves fans and teammates holding their breath. Judge's most impressive play came in the eighth inning. He made a diving catch near the right field line, robbing Kyle Tucker of a potential two-run double. This play allowed Carlos Rodón to finish eight scoreless innings. Judge admitted that he had to take a moment to ensure he caught the ball, joking that he doesn't feel old but sometimes it feels that way. Earlier in the game, Judge had a rare misplay when he lost track of Nico Hoerner's single in the lights. However, he quickly made up for it with consecutive defensive highlights in the fourth inning. First, he leaped to catch a deep fly ball from Pete Crow-Armstrong. Then, he dove headfirst to steal a single from Dansby Swanson, earning "MVP" chants from the crowd. Judge's defensive prowess is a significant upgrade for the Yankees. His defensive runs saved (DRS) metric this year is a stark contrast to last year's performance in center field. Manager Aaron Boone praised Judge's defensive skills, calling him an elite right fielder who takes pride in his defense. The Yankees' success this season is partly due to Judge's exceptional defense. His ability to make game-changing plays in the outfield is a testament to his dedication and skill. Fans can expect more highlight-reel catches from Judge as the season progresses.