Aaron Judge Hits 464-Foot Home Run, Yankees Defeat Marlins 9-4
Aaron Judge showcased his power with a monstrous 464-foot home run, leading the New York Yankees to a 9-4 victory over the Miami Marlins on Friday night. The win is a boost for the Yankees as they continue to fight for a playoff spot.
Since his return from the injured list on July 28, Judge has been on a tear, batting .256 with three home runs and five RBIs. His latest long ball was not only an impressive display of his strength but also the longest home run hit at Miami this season.
The Yankees received contributions from other players as well. Rookie Anthony Volpe hit a crucial three-run homer in the second inning, putting the Yankees ahead. Catcher Kyle Higashioka had a solid performance with three hits, including a two-run single in the ninth. Gleyber Torres also made an impact with a double, a single, and an RBI.
Unfortunately for the Yankees, left-hander Nestor Cortes landed back on the injured list due to a strained left rotator cuff. The team will have to navigate through his absence as they push for a playoff berth.
On the other side, the Marlins struggled to keep up with the Yankees’ offensive prowess. Miami’s starter, Jesús Luzardo, had a rough outing, surrendering seven runs and nine hits in just 3 2/3 innings. Luzardo has struggled in his last five starts, posting an ERA of 6.66.
Miami experienced some offensive highlights of its own, with Jesús Sánchez driving in a run with an RBI triple and scoring on Jake Burger’s double. Oswaldo Cabrera and Isaiah Kiner-Falefa added RBI singles to give the Marlins an early lead, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the Yankees’ firepower.
Yankees’ slugger Judge and Marlins’ standout Luis Arraez provided an interesting subplot in the game. Judge’s stellar performance continued to solidify his status as a star player, while Arraez, a major league batting leader, struggled with a hitless night, bringing his batting average down to .366.
In a rare instance, a call was overturned through video review. Luis Arraez was originally credited with an infield single in the eighth inning, but the Yankees successfully challenged the call, leading to the reversal. This decision played a significant role in the game, highlighting the impact of video review technology.
The Marlins paid tribute to their 2003 World Series championship team before the game. Former Marlins pitcher and World Series MVP Josh Beckett threw the ceremonial first pitch to his ex-teammate Ivan Rodriguez, reminiscing about their victory over the Yankees in Game 6 to secure the franchise’s second World Series title.
Looking ahead, the Yankees will continue to push for a playoff spot, while the Marlins aim to finish the season strong. The outcome of this game serves as a reminder that anything can happen in baseball, making it an intriguing sport to follow.
