Aaron Judge has firmly declined to participate in the Home Run Derby again, maintaining since 2018 that his only condition for joining would be if the All-Star Game returns to Yankee Stadium. Despite ongoing fan speculation and interest, Judge's stance remains unchanged. Currently, he is enjoying a strong season with 21 home runs, just trailing behind Shohei Ohtani. The article reflects on Judge's impressive rookie year performance in the 2017 Derby, highlighting the memorable moments that continue to resonate with fans.
"Nope," Judge told Newsday with a smile. "Same answer. Only if I'm talking about it here."
Judge has said multiple times over the years - and he is asked about it every year - that the only way he will do it again is if the All-Star Game is at Yankee Stadium.
Which leaves only the memories of that memorable night in Miami, when four of Judge's homers surpassed 500 feet.
The engineers of the ballpark had thought it was nearly impossible when planning it.
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