My Wish: Luca gets to be a New York Yankee with Aaron Judge | SportsCenter

My Wish: Luca gets to be a New York Yankee with Aaron Judge | SportsCenter | ESPN

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6 жыл бұрын

Luca Iacono, a 9-year-old boy receiving chemotherapy for cancer, has his wish granted and spends the day with Aaron Judge and the New York Yankees.
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@ziggymorris8760 5 жыл бұрын

He has a good swing, he is smart and has a ton of charisma. Cancer can’t beat that.

@jamesschiavone6844 5 жыл бұрын

ziggy morris Great attitude can solve anything. Inspiring

@dqmir 5 жыл бұрын

I thought he would be a weak hitter but I was impressed by how he had cancer and still manages to have that power

@jamesizfishing7046 4 жыл бұрын

ziggy morris Yea a great swing better then mine and I use to play baseball.

@jaxonmullins2875 3 жыл бұрын

Facts

@ottothecrazydoggo8975 2 жыл бұрын

Hey, I’m so sorry to say that Luca passed away in late 2020. We were in 5th grade together.

@kevingreen5793 Жыл бұрын

It's makes me cry that Luca wasn't with us to watch Judge break the AL record for home runs with 62 but i'm sure he was watching happily up in heaven. Rest in Peace Luca the world misses you and god bless you.

@officialromeo5479 6 жыл бұрын

Why are you so strong? “Because I can handle this” One tough kid, yet we complain about the little things in life and we’re perfectly healthy ....

@javybaezfan4516 6 жыл бұрын

OFFICIAL ROMEO I have hearing loss, I’m grateful that’s all I have.

@Ccthomas-ks1hn 5 жыл бұрын

Ya that gave me chills. Tough kid and has good taste in baseball teams

@Jeff-el5zk 5 жыл бұрын

OFFICIAL ROMEO not me

@sittingbackandwatchingital3845 4 жыл бұрын

OFFICIAL ROMEO nobody is "perfectly healthy"

@corymateo15 4 жыл бұрын

That was powerful man. He doesn’t even understand how powerful that is.

@brianparent8901 4 жыл бұрын

I am sorry to report that Luca Iacono passed away at 11 years old in November 2019. I read his obituary and cried and cried. I am praying for his Dad and his Mom. I prayed for this kid, I felt he was amazing young person. I loved this kid! At least, Luca got his Make- A-Wish and met Aaron Judge. Had this boy lived I could see him turning pro someday. Rest in Peace, Luca.

@Derk_1 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah so sad my grandma had just died on the 4th of the month so Lucas death added on to the pain

@Pycidd 2 жыл бұрын

wait what?????

@BroadswordNYC 2 жыл бұрын

Oh my god, what a sweet boy! so sad to hear this!

@nachogonzaga603 2 жыл бұрын

Died Peacefully while holding both of his parents hands :( I’m in tears Rn.

@michaelbilgen2976 2 жыл бұрын

He was a cute kid. His family must miss him very much.

@tyquantyson1069 6 жыл бұрын

“ Because I Can Handle This” Those Words Probably Will Change My Life Forever

@elshem122 Жыл бұрын

This boy is the meaning of everything from tenacity, to heart and being a strong human. He was an angel. I wish I could hug his parents.

@danieljones9073 Жыл бұрын

200th like

@Fearmemaybe15 6 жыл бұрын

Aaron Judge is the definition of a class act 👌🏻

@thatdude169 6 жыл бұрын

1998 Honda CR-V he’s already so humble and mature .

@nathanhansen1846 6 жыл бұрын

1998 Honda CR-V or they paid him to do this

@Fearmemaybe15 6 жыл бұрын

Nathan Hansen or you’re the one who sits alone at lunch

@nathanhansen1846 6 жыл бұрын

1998 Honda CR-V your the kid who gets picked last in dodgeball, just like this kid

@Fearmemaybe15 6 жыл бұрын

Nathan Hansen dude, what you just said was cringe, hold this L

@jeffreyhouse1306 6 жыл бұрын

Aaron Judge is such a nice guy. Happy he’s part of the Yankees. Get better Luca!

@sittingbackandwatchingital3845 6 жыл бұрын

Jeffrey House you stupid

@jeffreyhouse1306 6 жыл бұрын

Spurs Fan What did I do?

@shaqthegoat49 6 жыл бұрын

Spurs Fan typical hater stfu

@jarjarbinks4744 6 жыл бұрын

Shaq The Goat Edgy

@Antsporttalk 6 жыл бұрын

Jeffrey House you didn’t do anything wrong he’s just being a dick

@Justinx86 6 жыл бұрын

Aaron Judge is one of the nicest players you’ll ever see

@brennanperkins6341 6 жыл бұрын

I'm a Red Sox fan and I can't help but love Aarom Judge. What a great guy.

@ermidk7420 5 жыл бұрын

Brennan Perkins same! Go Sox, though!

@kimnora53 5 жыл бұрын

Yes he's an awesome human being

@TUFF-Flicks 5 жыл бұрын

Respect.

@Jaq506 5 жыл бұрын

Aaron* lol no problems man(Go Yankees!)

@hagnonebackup 5 жыл бұрын

I'm not suprised that Red Sox fans misspell "Aaron" in Judge's name

@seanharris8419 6 жыл бұрын

He was actually smacking the ball around pretty good in the cage.

@1521nash 6 жыл бұрын

The people who disliked this video have no soul

@nathanhansen1846 6 жыл бұрын

NY Captain or they just hate the Yankees

@1521nash 6 жыл бұрын

yea ur a disgrace nathan

@nathanhansen1846 6 жыл бұрын

NY Captain did I say I disliked the video? I’m just giving you a reason why some people(not me) dislikes the video

@1521nash 6 жыл бұрын

theyre a disgrace nathan

@jaysonwilliams9275 6 жыл бұрын

Nah just Red Sox fans

@DooDooDaddyTV 5 жыл бұрын

I think its more impressive that the school cares that much about him. Every single person has his back.

@MrAlumni72 4 жыл бұрын

Luca is just as strong as that pretty amazing guy in your thumbnail.

@andrewedwards3344 6 жыл бұрын

I'm not crying, you're crying

@jleos0095 4 жыл бұрын

Noooooooooooooooo! Something in my eye bro!!!

@codyostrander7352 3 жыл бұрын

We're all crying lol

@kiera5545 5 жыл бұрын

who the HELL would dislike this? that kid is so strong and aaron judge and didi and the rest of the yankees are so kind. how could you not like this

@sonyabennett2730 2 жыл бұрын

Heartless people. he’s an awesome kid. Parents taught him not to dwell on his condition

@jacobvazquez114 6 жыл бұрын

Every make a wish video always hits my heart man it’s crazy

@ellie-hw7xm 4 жыл бұрын

I live in Luca's town. I went to his elementary schools. This morning he passed away and it's been a rough day for us here. Fly High

@SEAVet69 6 жыл бұрын

Judge is a nice guy.

@hyperwhite7189 3 жыл бұрын

Right now Luca is playing with Yankee legends in baseball heaven. Rest in power Luca

@johngribbin6945 3 жыл бұрын

he died?

@hyperwhite7189 3 жыл бұрын

@@johngribbin6945 unfortunately yes

@mkadoza 4 жыл бұрын

Rest In Power Luca. God needed strong soldiers, and you proved more worthy than any of us by the time you were 9. When I grow up, I want to be like you.

@chefcook09 Жыл бұрын

😢😢😢

@TUFF-Flicks 5 жыл бұрын

This is why Judge is one of my favorite players. He is so humble and nice / kind.

@skyjoy07 6 жыл бұрын

I’m a Red Sox fan but I have respect for this 💪

@ermidk7420 6 жыл бұрын

Skyler McGrath I agree! Go Sox!

@rla1000 5 жыл бұрын

I'm a lifelong Yankees fan but I respect the Red Sox (and their fans btw) - lol, maybe a bit more this year. The Sox are playing good old fashioned baseball - the big ball, the little ball, base running, defense, and pitching. That will usually land you in first place. Hope Luca gets better.

@railfanningandtripreports7302 5 жыл бұрын

If you are a red Sox fan I hope when you catch a ball I hope you don't throw the ball in the feild so the yankees don't get out

@Bubba33179 5 жыл бұрын

Skyler McGrath same I’m a Mets fan and I have respect too

@TUFF-Flicks 5 жыл бұрын

I know this comment is old but thank you. Respect to you guys too.

@miranda23ize 4 жыл бұрын

Luca was a part of my family and he passed away this morning. RIP Luca, you will be forever loved and missed

@murphyfamilymusic 2 жыл бұрын

I'm just seeing this now but I am so sorry for your loss :-(

@1985malibuexpress 6 жыл бұрын

And that, is reason number 8,999,999 the Yankees are the best baseball team. Thank you New York Yankees for the pleasure you have brought & continue to bring to me & baseball fans everywhere. "All Rise!"

@Jake21128 6 жыл бұрын

Michael York u act like the Yankees are the only team That Do this Sort Of Thing. Smh. But With my Bostonian Hatred Of New York Out Of the Way, this Was Amazing to See. And I do love Aaron Judge as a Guy and a Baseball Player. I just hate that he is in those God Awful, Ugly as hell Pinstripes. But still a Great Guy. And Admittedly a Great Organization

@1985malibuexpress 6 жыл бұрын

BMosesM The Red Sox / Yankees rivalry is the best there is in professional sports. The rivalry makes both teams more exciting. I commend your ability to be objective about your "hated Yankees." I do indeed despise your 'ROX," but as a fan of all things baseball, I respect & appreciate them. GO YANKEES!

@Jake21128 6 жыл бұрын

Michael York I agreed with everything Up until Those last 2 Words... It’s GO SOX!!!! 😂

@ellandecampbell6279 6 жыл бұрын

BMosesM: As much of a die-hard Yankee fan as I am, those fuckers in Boston are a damn good team. The Yankees certainly have their work cut out for them

@1985malibuexpress 6 жыл бұрын

Ellande Campbell agreed. They are too damn good this year. One of us should grab a baseball bat, hideout at their clubhouse, & gently apply some "Tonya Harding" to their players knees. If you are not old enough to appreciate the Tonya Harding joke, my apologies.

@sixstringsensei6673 6 жыл бұрын

Even though I'm all Red Sox fan this is awesome. Good bunch of guys. I had leukemia 3 years ago and lot of chemotherapy at 38 years old. I could never imagine the stress of my child having to go through that. Make a wish does great work

@kimnora53 5 жыл бұрын

Sean Carroll 👍👍

@TonyR619Breaks 6 жыл бұрын

God bless you Luca. Wish you the best health! Luca strong, you got this 😊👍🏼

@jimmym95 6 жыл бұрын

As a met fan I have to say, why one earth did the mets pass on choosing Judge in the draft?!!!! Judge is such a great person and player. Hope he sticks around in NY for his entire career

@TheYankeesfan1993 5 жыл бұрын

Think about it. Its the Mets. Stupidity in their organization

@MarlonLopez11 6 жыл бұрын

Get well Luca.

@petermorgan768 4 жыл бұрын

I just read that unfortunately Luca passed away in November of 2019. My heart goes out to his family.

@chriskenny1405 6 жыл бұрын

Aaron Judge is the man. He’s so humble and nice I’m so happy for him

@matthewturner3172 4 жыл бұрын

Tough kid, also awesome classmates who are cheering him on. I couldn’t be as strong as that young fighter.

@jackwelby338 5 жыл бұрын

I'm from Boston and hate the Yankees but after seeing this I was wowed and now love the Yankees. Luca is so strong and thankful for what he has

@303chubz 6 жыл бұрын

Get better Luca, keep fighting!

@cnote9958 5 жыл бұрын

What a sweet polite little man! Stay strong Luca!!

@nickc3096 6 жыл бұрын

I’m not tearing up I just have something in my eyes

@jims2987 11 ай бұрын

Really special kid. Puts things in perspective. I'm 46 and have never been as strong as him a day in my life. Inspirational.

@mason.11 6 жыл бұрын

Aaron Judge is like Derek Jeter 2.0 when it comes to stuff outside talent

@michaelmelin5617 6 жыл бұрын

Mason 11 Agreed

@nickchaknis6311 5 жыл бұрын

I see your profile picture and I’m wondering if your a Yankees Rangers and Cowboys fan if you are that’s crazy

@nickchaknis6311 5 жыл бұрын

Cause I am to

@mason.11 5 жыл бұрын

Nick Chaknis Dont have a favorite mlb team... BUT YOU’RE A COWBOYS/RANGERS FAN TOO!? HOLY SHIT FINALLY

@nickchaknis6311 5 жыл бұрын

Mason 11 I’ve been waiting to say the same thing

@hbtrojan7 6 жыл бұрын

God Bless this boy and his family. Thankful for ambassadors of the game like Judge & Didi who make young fans committed to the game. This is why I fell in love with baseball so many years ago

@dalefrink7244 6 жыл бұрын

I am more proud of this than any win. Judge picks up where Jeter left off. Looking forward to the day Luca is in the farm system working to crack the roster one day!

@robertbogert8257 6 жыл бұрын

Dale Frink stop comparing judge and jeter please , jeter was a low key douche bag you just don’t have the inside info to know this but trust me jeter is a douche

@dalefrink7244 6 жыл бұрын

robert bogert wow really? Who pissed in your cheerios that you have to have this kind of negativity to a comment about a kid fighting cancer. The only good thing youve done is that I have an excuse to watch this again.

@MrAlumni72 4 жыл бұрын

@@robertbogert8257 And you know his family in order to be able to say that? I doubt it. I do, and one and all of them are amazing people.

@TheGodsMustBeCrazy 6 жыл бұрын

This is so incredible. Someone cut onions in my room.

@CosmicKev-gj1hr 6 жыл бұрын

I live in Middletown NJ but I’m in high school. I’ll have to talk to my neighbor who is younger then me if he knows Luca

@mason.11 6 жыл бұрын

CosmicKev 4299 Love to hear a great story from our area (I’m from Holmdel)

@steviesoprano 5 жыл бұрын

I cried watching this. I love my team and I love the tradition that we hold of what it truly means to be a Yankee. Judge is a great example of it. I thank the lord for making me a Yankee. LET’S GO YANKEES! I hope you’re better Luca❤️ #PinstripePride #ChaseFor28 #TheRealBaseballTeam #ILoveBaseball #ILoveMyYankees

@majorscarries 4 жыл бұрын

“Why are you so strong?” “Because I can handle this” This video brought me to tears. His strength, his endurance and his attitude are hands down an inspiration. They say God gives us this life because we’re strong enough to handle it and this is one amazing, strong little boy. Wishing him all the best. Hats off to the Yankees for making his wish come true!

@michaelsharp1991 3 жыл бұрын

That’s what baseball is all about. Giving back. What a brave young boy. So proud of him.

@dariakelly6817 Жыл бұрын

Your hero did it . Broke the record , he hit #62 tonight. All the best to you Luca. 😇🙏🌎

@trollgod2928 6 жыл бұрын

Like the Yankees or not... you gotta love what a humble dude Judge is. Seems like a genuinely good dude and makes it easy to root for him. Sports needs more like him. Not all these entitled divas.

@sonnymolina8748 Жыл бұрын

I couldn’t stop crying Luca was Amazing and the way Judge listened to Luca and encouraged him was Amazing Judge your such a blessing to everyone ⚾️

@brianssportszone3280 5 жыл бұрын

“Because I can handle this” goosebumps

@angelastickels1273 5 жыл бұрын

He is a good kid I watch him all the time

@omgitsav5734 6 жыл бұрын

This shit made me cry fam 😪

@jadedoldjoe8709 3 жыл бұрын

As a life long, die hard, Boston born Red Sox fan I hope this kid gets to be Yankees fan for decades to come. May he outlive me by a long, long time.

@grachisol8236 3 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately he passed away November 2019.

@dildil7880 6 жыл бұрын

I hope Lucas becomes a Yankee player one day

@5thcorps 4 жыл бұрын

Praying for you Luca

@AndrewRivFN 6 жыл бұрын

Yankees lineup for 2028: 1st:Luca 2nd:Judge 3rd:Stanton 4th:Sanchez 5th:Didi 6th:Gleyber 7th:Andujar 8th:Bird 9th:Gardy

@savagecabbage4839 5 жыл бұрын

Replace Bird with Voit.

@TheYankeesfan1993 5 жыл бұрын

You do realize that Judge would be 36, Stanton going on 39, Sanchez and Bird would be 35, Didi would be 38, Gardy would be 45, Andujar and Gleyeber are actually reasonable they would be 33 (Andujar) and 31 (Torres) Luca would be 19, assuming he would be up 3 weeks in to the year for an extra year of control.

@thunderwilt6140 5 жыл бұрын

Luca hits a 600 ft bomb first pitch of the game

@mikeyliberti4137 5 жыл бұрын

So Brett Gardner is going to still be playing when he’s 44 years old?🤣🤣

@Memorex996 5 жыл бұрын

@@thunderwilt6140 Luca hits 600 ft bombs every at bat and throws a no hitter every game

@katief6999 5 жыл бұрын

This makes me cry every time. Love this

@sjang816 6 жыл бұрын

always a smile on his face. what a brave kid. and as always, judge is the man

@jamilmcclelland8304 6 жыл бұрын

What a brave and wonderful kid.

@jonathanaguirre2596 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Aaron Judge you’re a great role model #respect.

@chloep7442 5 жыл бұрын

This is a very strong young man god bless him and his family

@Kreamations 6 жыл бұрын

What a great team. Yankees are hated so much for all the wrong reasons.

@nathanhansen1846 6 жыл бұрын

Kreamations no they are hated because of their dumbass fans

@jarjarbinks4744 6 жыл бұрын

Kreamations Racism, unfair advantages, supposed cheating, etc. There are tons of reasons to hate the Yankees. And then they pretend to impact their community, when they have a much bigger potential to help their community with their huge platform.

@Guy_LastName 6 жыл бұрын

they send flowers to fallen cops all across the country. apparently theyve been doing it for years but it only became public recently.

@SeeingDoubIe 6 жыл бұрын

Kreamations No Yankees suck go Stros

@JoseNegreteJr 5 жыл бұрын

Fidget spinner Kid ayy

@The-gp6bx 5 жыл бұрын

“You just don’t know what’s gunna happen” -Luca

@chumflex4496 6 жыл бұрын

Such a sweet sole that kid has. Doesnt deserve anythign hes going Through

@jackpeterson82004 3 жыл бұрын

I watch this special every year! This is a wonderful thing that the sports organizations do!

@AndrewPilukHockey 6 жыл бұрын

This is beautiful! Great job by Judge and the Yankees! Luca is amazing!

@ImGazu 3 жыл бұрын

I don’t even watch baseball or know enough about the teams to know who these players are but to see Luca and how excited he was to meet his favorite team put a huge grin on my face. Huge respect for the Yankees.

@davyt0247 4 жыл бұрын

I love teams and stars/celebs that love meeting young fans and making dreams come true. So awesome

@jaysonwilliams9275 6 жыл бұрын

Man I’m not crying, YOU ARE

@jacobsladder375 6 жыл бұрын

God bless you Luca.

@gaprofitt 3 жыл бұрын

What a hero and inspiration..

@Quartzcpw 5 жыл бұрын

The people that disliked this video had so much water and their eyes and missed the like button

@ashlingbeatty4989 6 жыл бұрын

this is such a sweet video, made me ball my eyes out

@Dannybobany 6 жыл бұрын

Got chills

@shannonparker9208 5 жыл бұрын

As a father, whom has lost a young son, i feel the pain. Thanks to heroes making a difference to these kid. My heart is filled with love.

@DonofCard 6 жыл бұрын

This young guy is a very strong kid and i hope he get health and that he gets enough support and love

@AlliGenXtrADHD 4 жыл бұрын

God bless you in heaven you sweet pure soul. My heart and soul to your family.

@OpporTUNAtySportfishing 5 жыл бұрын

Man Luca is a tough kid. Get better soon buddy!

@jayrod16 4 жыл бұрын

Man ESPN gets me every time with these stories. A+ job on every one.

@indepthwithdavid2698 6 жыл бұрын

Love this video! Luca is an amazing kid and Judge is a great guy! Both Are Great Inspirations!

@joecataneo6676 Жыл бұрын

Such a beautiful personality kids are magical.. preparing for work today another 10 hour day, reminding myself that life is magic, and Luca reminded me to stay positive and smile!

@madmanmike69 5 жыл бұрын

Love these videos. It makes you understand that everyday problems are nothing compared to what these kids go through. Keep fighting little dude. NYY class act for doing this from a Jays fan.

@nikkifernandez9913 4 жыл бұрын

God bless you, Luca, and your family. You are all in my prayers. And God bless you too, Aaron Judge, for making Luca's dream a reality!

@slimjimilimodrones1964 6 жыл бұрын

Luca Doncic, I love ❤️ this boy.

@jyronejackson4744 6 жыл бұрын

I think I want my future kids to go to his school

@collinrichardson1184 6 жыл бұрын

Ooohhh, growing up as a Yankees fan...god bless this kid...

@tylerschneider4576 6 жыл бұрын

This is amazing honestly. Much respect Aaron Judge

@yoflair5269 4 жыл бұрын

im watching these for a school project and i get the chills everytime that they suprise them with the wish

@mikeykrumwiede1588 5 жыл бұрын

What a strong little kid amazing amazing

@travismcalister9462 6 жыл бұрын

I'm glad,there is an organization like make a wish,for people who truly deserve it,they represent strength,courage,and more,keep going strong,and god bless

@caisonward08 4 жыл бұрын

I'm crying 😭 tears of joy

@BeanieRizzo 6 жыл бұрын

This team is so wholesome💙💙😭

@jpwesche29 6 жыл бұрын

God, I love Aaron Judge.

@MrZlayoni 5 жыл бұрын

Kudos to the Yanks from a Red Sox fan. It was great from their side, bringing such happiness to this kind little boy brought also tears to my eyes. :) Bravo.