15 Photos That Capture Aaron Judge’s Raw Power
These raw-power portraits of Judge aren’t just highlights — they’re frames in the epic story of one of baseball’s fiercest hitters.
- Alyana Aguja
- 4 min read
Aaron Judge’s journey has been defined by monumental swings that echo beyond stadium walls, etching his name into baseball lore. Each photograph in this collection captures more than muscle — it reveals his mindset, a blend of precision, passion, and unstoppable force. Through these fifteen vignettes, we glimpse not just the power of the moment, but the human at the heart of each game-changing hit.
1. Sept 15, 2024 vs. Red Sox (2‑run homer)
Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
In that crucial AL East showdown, Judge’s swing sent the ball soaring into the crowd, his face a canvas of triumph. The roar of Yankee Stadium felt like a tidal wave. That blast reminded fans exactly why he’s “The Judge.”
2. Jun 11, 2024 at Royals (25th homer)
Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images
This two-run rocket cleared the fountain in Kansas City, a majestic hit that punctuated the seventh inning. His posture mid-run is pure confidence. Teammates swarmed him in an electric moment.
3. June 12, 2022 vs. Cubs (60th of season)
Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images
Tying Babe Ruth’s record, Judge’s expression blends disbelief with pride. It was a gargantuan swing in the Bronx, mid‑first inning. It was a moment that marked him as a modern legend.
4. Apr 6, 2025 at Pirates (1,000th game, homer)
Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images
His career milestone game turned historic with a seventh-inning two-run blast. The celebration knew no bounds at PNC Park. Judge fed off the milestone moment to deliver.
5. Oct 2024, World Series Game 5 vs. Dodgers (first‑inning 2‑run HR)
Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images
Under baseball’s brightest lights, Judge smashed a fastball deep and firm. Rounding the bases, the world watched in awe. He owns moments like this.
6. Apr 3, 2025 vs. Diamondbacks (3‑run shot)
Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
Early in the game, Judge’s bat spoke loud and clear — three runs off a premium fastball. The power was as raw as it gets, in broad daylight. Pitchers everywhere took note.
7. May 22, 2024 at Mariners (solo homer in 8th)
Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
In extra innings, Judge was the one to tip the scale. His grin as he swung knew the job was done. The Mariners had no answers.
8. May 20, 2025 vs. Rangers (two‑run homer, 8th)
Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
Late-inning heroics, ball flying rebelliously into the bleachers. Judge didn’t just hit it — he torched it. That swing wrote the story of the win.
9. Apr 22, 2025 vs. Guardians (solo 5th‑inning homer)
Ken Blaze-Imagn Images
This was a textbook Judge power shot — diagnosed, unleashed, and celebrated. The dugout explosion said it all. It typified his brand of domination.
10. 2024 All‑Star Game vs. National League (at‑bat photo)
Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
Though not a homer, his iconic tensed swing against elite NL pitching captured how he stands up among the best. Every muscle was engaged, eyes fixed — an all-Star-caliber power.
11. 2018 All‑Star Game vs. NL (homer off Scherzer)
Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Judge stepped to the plate and didn’t flinch — he cranked one off one of the hardest throwers alive. The bullpen caught it; NL pitchers were left in disbelief — pure swagger on display.
12. May 2025 vs. Dodgers (early‑inning solo shot at Dodger Stadium)
Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Coiled like a spring, Judge swung with precision and aggression. The ball sailed Lakers-style deep into L.A.’s night sky. It was a moment of personal brilliance on the road.
13. Game 2, 2024 ALCS vs. Guardians (two‑run blast)
David Dermer-Imagn Images
Playoff tension, his swing defied it all — a two-run shot that tilted the series. The dugout erupted before the ball landed. Pressure melted in his hands.
14. Aug 25, 2024 vs. Rockies (first inning, two‑run homer)
Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
Yankees faithful still buzzing: Judge flexed early, sending a heater into orbit. Teammates poured out of the dugout in celebration. Coors Field learned quickly: he’s relentless.
15. Jun 9, 2024 vs. Dodgers (solo homer, eighth)
Brad Penner-Imagn Images
Late‑finish power — he waited for his moment and seized it. One swing changed the mood in the stands. The scoreboard might’ve mattered most.
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