Aaron Judge
A towering slugger who shattered the American League's single-season home run record, redefining power hitting in modern baseball.
Born 1992 (age 34)·American baseball player·Birthday: April 26·Millennials
Biography
Born in Linden, California, Aaron Judge's path to the New York Yankees was not a straight line. Drafted out of high school, he chose college ball at Fresno State, a decision that honed his skills and immense frame into a formidable package. His 2017 rookie season was a seismic event, a blend of raw power and quiet confidence that earned him Rookie of the Year honors. But it was in 2022 that he etched his name into history, embarking on a relentless pursuit of Roger Maris's hallowed AL home run record, which he broke with his 62nd blast. More than just a home run hitter, Judge evolved into the stoic, respected captain of the Yankees, a player whose on-field dominance is matched by his off-field humility.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Aaron was born in 1992, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Aaron Was Born
The biggest hits of 1992
#1 Movie
Aladdin
Best Picture
Unforgiven
#1 TV Show
60 Minutes
Aaron's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1992Born
LA riots after Rodney King verdict
Gas: $1.13/galHome: $84,300Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"End of the Road" — Boyz II MenBest Picture: Unforgiven
1997Started school
Princess Diana dies in Paris car crash; Harry Potter published
Gas: $1.23/galHome: $104,100Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Candle in the Wind 1997" — Elton JohnBest Picture: Titanic
2005Became a teenager
Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans; YouTube launches
Gas: $2.30/galHome: $167,500Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"We Belong Together" — Mariah CareyBest Picture: Crash
2008Could drive
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2010Could vote
Deepwater Horizon oil spill; iPad launched
Gas: $2.79/galHome: $147,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Tik Tok" — KeshaBest Picture: The King's Speech
2013Turned 21
Edward Snowden reveals NSA surveillance programs
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $152,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Thrift Shop" — Macklemore & Ryan LewisBest Picture: 12 Years a Slave
2022Turned 30
Russia invades Ukraine; Queen Elizabeth II dies
Gas: $3.97/galHome: $348,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Joe Biden"As It Was" — Harry StylesBest Picture: Everything Everywhere All at Once
2026Age 34 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Broke the American League single-season home run record by hitting 62 in 2022.
- Won the American League Most Valuable Player award unanimously in 2022.
- Named an All-Star for the seventh time in 2024.
- Won the American League Rookie of the Year award in 2017.
Did You Know?
He wore number 99 because the Yankees had already retired most other high numbers.
He is a trained center fielder but primarily plays right field for the Yankees.
He is an avid fan of the San Francisco 49ers and San Jose Sharks.
He was adopted the day after he was born by teachers Patty and Wayne Judge.
“I'm just trying to hit the ball hard somewhere. Home runs are a product of that.”
