Aaron Judge Breaks DiMaggio Yankees Homer Record
- Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge hit his 362nd career home run on September 12,2024,at Fenway Park,moving him ahead of Joe DiMaggio for fourth place on the New York Yankees'...
- On September 12, 2024, Aaron Judge launched a home run over Fenway Park's Green Monster in left field, a fitting location for the milestone.
- With 362 home runs, Judge now ranks fourth on the Yankees' all-time home run list, behind only Babe Ruth (714), Lou Gehrig (493), and mickey Mantle (536).
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Aaron Judge Surpasses Joe DiMaggio,Continues Historic Power Surge
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Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge hit his 362nd career home run on September 12,2024,at Fenway Park,moving him ahead of Joe DiMaggio for fourth place on the New York Yankees’ all-time home run list. His power hitting, particularly in the first inning, is becoming a defining characteristic of his career.
Last updated: September 13, 2025, 02:23:35 AM PDT
The Historic Moment at Fenway Park
On September 12, 2024, Aaron Judge launched a home run over Fenway Park’s Green Monster in left field, a fitting location for the milestone. The blast was his 362nd career home run, surpassing Joe DiMaggio‘s total of 361. ESPN reported the significance of the moment, noting the historical connection between Judge and DiMaggio, both iconic Yankees players.
Judge’s Rising Position in Yankees History
With 362 home runs, Judge now ranks fourth on the Yankees’ all-time home run list, behind only Babe Ruth (714), Lou Gehrig (493), and mickey Mantle (536). Statista provides a comprehensive list of the yankees’ all-time home run leaders, illustrating Judge’s rapid ascent.
| Rank | Player | Home Runs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Babe Ruth | 714 |
| 2 | Lou Gehrig | 493 |
| 3 | Mickey Mantle | 536 |
| 4 | Aaron Judge | 362+ |
| 5 | Joe DiMaggio | 361 |
The First-Inning Phenomenon
A remarkable aspect of Judge’s recent performance is his dominance in the first inning. As 2024, 37 of his 105 home runs have come in the opening frame. This represents over 35% of his home runs during that period. This trend suggests a strategic approach by opposing pitchers or Judge’s heightened focus early in games. MLB.com highlighted this trend, noting its unusual nature and potential impact on game strategy.