Grading The Stars: Aaron Judge, New York Yankees – There’s just something about the stars. They’re mesmerizing. Whether it’s the stars in sports, entertainment or in the sky, they captivate us with their dazzling ways and continue to shine ever so brightly for all of us to see.
In the Grading The Stars series, we’ll feature the stars of the past, present and future and grade them based on their prestige, performance and promise. Plus, we’ll highlight three cool cards of a star to collect under a certain dollar figure.
There are five grading levels of the stars: 10 = Icon (Blue Diamond), 9.5 = Legend (Platinum), 9 = Superstar (Gold), 8.5 = Star (Silver) and 8 = Rising Star (Bronze).
Today, we’ll feature a man who was the 2017 American League Rookie of the Year and is a three-time All-Star, New York Yankees right fielder Aaron Judge.
Judgement Day: When the Yankees took Aaron Judge in the first round of the 2013 MLB Draft, they knew he had the potential to be a bomber. He’s become one of the best power hitters in the game, and when he steps in the box, it’s Judgement Day for pitchers.
All Rise: Since he hit 52 home runs as a rookie in 2017, Judge has been an impact bat feared throughout Major League Baseball. He’s currently on pace for a career season and already has 24 home runs through 58 games. If he stays healthy, Judge could challenge history… All rise!
Future Outlook: The 30-year old Judge is a superstar in the making, but injuries have held him back from fully breaking out. This could be his year! With his future in doubt in the Bronx, his star may not shine as bright elsewhere, but he’s one to collect.
Grade: 8.5 = Star (Silver)
Grading The Stars: Aaron Judge, New York Yankees – 3 Cool Cards Under $40 To Collect
2022 Donruss Bomb Squad Bronze #BS-6 /999 – A raw version of this card currently sells in the $15 – $20 range on eBay.
2022 Topps Home Field Advantage #HA-7 – A raw version of this card currently sells in the $30 – $40 range on eBay.
2022 Topps Silver Slugger Award Patches #SS-AAJ – A raw version of this card currently sells in the $20 – $30 range on eBay.
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