Aaron Judge's MVP Case Strengthened by Go-Ahead Homer, Boone Calls Him 'Clear-Cut' Winner

Aaron Judge solidified his AL MVP credentials on Friday, hitting a go-ahead two-run home run that secured the Yankees' 8-4 victory over the Orioles. His manager, Aaron Boone, declared him the "clear-cut MVP," citing his exceptional performance. Judge, who went 1-for-3 with a walk, boasts an AL-high .330 batting average and is on track for his first batting title. Over his last 28 games, he's hitting .374/.543/.802 with 12 home runs (eight in his last 15 games), 18 RBI, and 33 walks. For the season, Judge has reached base safely in 134 of 150 games, accumulating 52 home runs, 111 RBI, and a new AL record of 36 intentional walks.