Yankees’ Aaron Judge's emotional meeting with fan

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Yankees’ Aaron Judge's emotional meeting with fan

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New York Yankees right fielder Aaron Judge spent a few minutes before a game in Toronto on May 4, 2022 (5/4/22) with nine-year-old Derek Rodriguez, who was gifted Judge’s home run ball a night before by a generous Blue Jays fan. (Video by Randy Miller | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com)

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@thomasprime9084 2 жыл бұрын

This shows how much of a class act Judge and the Toronto fan are. There are athletes and fans that can take a lesson from this. This kid is a lifelong fan now and will never forget this.

@jackcats6515 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed Thomas, this moment is engraved in my mind as one of the kindest gestures in sports history. There ARE good people out there still. #FansUnite

@jkrasney1 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely - this is the reason why baseball ⚾ is the best team sport. I am not a Yankees fan; yet, I am an Aaron Judge supporter, as a result of such kindness.

@waynejohanson1083 2 жыл бұрын

We must all remember sportsmanship comes first.

@BeeRumblin13 2 жыл бұрын

No way. This story was so blown up im the sports media the public relations team had no choice but to do this. I mean come on its all filmed with a bunch of people around. If he cared that much it would have been one on one behind the scenes.

@BINGOBALL111222 2 жыл бұрын

@@BeeRumblin13 mate, judge would have done this no matter if there were cameras there or not. It’s not like he was the one saying “make sure there are cameras filming so everyone can see how nice I am”. He is such a nice dude he would have done it without all that it just happened that there were cameras all around

@c17360 2 жыл бұрын

I love the fact that this Jay fan stay out of the lime light and stay back in this video clip. He is a real good man.

@leo29hornsfan Жыл бұрын

I think him just being in the dugout next to Judge is a jaw dropping moment. I don’t care if you despise the Yankees when it comes to guys like Aaron Judge the hatred for the Yankees goes out the window. His kindness got him probably got him some cool game worn gear and a photo with one of the brightest stars of the game and free tickets to that game as well.

@DjSektor23 2 жыл бұрын

Shout out to judges parents for raising a good man.

@tzvi3660 Жыл бұрын

His parents are unknown, he was adopted as a baby

@untetheredmoon6971 Жыл бұрын

@@tzvi3660 he was still raised by his parents lmao

@gc6888 Жыл бұрын

I have a new appreciation for A Judge. Very classy- this was a photo opportunity but he spent the time to talk and connect with the kid. Not a Yankees fan but I’ve become a big Judge fan after watching this and the season he just put up.

@joeal3835 2 ай бұрын

@@tzvi3660his parents are whoever raised him.

@kriswright1022 2 жыл бұрын

That young man just got to meet 2 outstanding men, awesome!

@SiccDeville 2 жыл бұрын

definitely.

@frankdavis4143 2 жыл бұрын

That's a fact

@tubethis777 2 жыл бұрын

His own name has a ring to baseball legend

@tubethis777 2 жыл бұрын

Aaron Rodríguez

@strkeout 2 жыл бұрын

What is there not to like about anything in this story? The guy that caught the ball did an amazing thing for that young Judge fan and the organizations did the right thing for all of them. And the kid fulfilled his dream of meeting his favorite baseball player. This is a feel good story from every angle! Nice job to everyone involved!

@bigbosspodname248 2 жыл бұрын

The face diapers around the kids.

@jermaenjoyer 2 жыл бұрын

@@bigbosspodname248 sounds like you need to still be in actual diapers - grow up, maybe you'll be able to understand simple things and not complain about people taking precautions in a literal deadly virus

@harrywensel8456 2 жыл бұрын

I like how Aaron took his time, included the brother, really connected with the dad. This is a big part of being great.

@untetheredmoon6971 Жыл бұрын

That is the guy who gave the ball to the kid, not that dad

@13scubapro 2 жыл бұрын

This was so nice on so many levels. I’m a 68 year old life time die-hard Yankee fan and a huge Aaron Judge fan and he’s among the best ambassadors the game has ever had but the real hero here was the Toronto fan. What an incredibly nice thing to do for that young fan. Kudos to everyone involved. You’re all credits to the spirit of the game and to humanity. God bless all Thxjd

@nysavvy9241 2 жыл бұрын

Such a heartwarming story. Cheers to the Toronto fan who gave the ball to the young Yankee fan. Aaron Judge is a real nice guy and a class act. Wonderful

@nelsonlopez2891 2 жыл бұрын

A players like judge only can make a dream come true for kids or for anyone who love baseball.

@shernigz 2 жыл бұрын

That little kid has a good heart. Him crying is making me cry lol.

@nelsonlopez2891 2 жыл бұрын

Me to thanks kid never going to foget this special time of his life

@javtimestwo 2 жыл бұрын

The kid has great manners. Someone has been raising him right. If only more parents these days were doing that, huh? Very cool of the Toronto fan to give this kid the ball. Great story and very much needed in this very, very selfish world we all live in these days.

@edwardwilliams8238 2 жыл бұрын

Having the ability to make someone's day and doing it makes you special. Thank you Aaron, for your wonderful act of kindness. ✌️❤️⚾

@phillipthomas118 2 жыл бұрын

100% pure class by Aaron,we need to see more of this from all professional athletes,it’s the fans that help pay your salaries,give back when U can.

@dbsnyder4503 2 жыл бұрын

In this crazy world we are now living in. It's heartwarming what that man did giving the HR ball to that kid. And for Aaron Judge to make a lifetime memory for the fan and the kid, speaks volumes of his character. Thanks for the smiles.

@chrisheffernan6600 2 жыл бұрын

What a great moment for baseball.

@marcgloria8376 2 жыл бұрын

Class act Judge making your biggest fan dream come true. Hats off to you

@Kevinpetrochko 2 жыл бұрын

This is nothing short of genuine perfection. The world needs more of this.

@JimDaGem 2 жыл бұрын

What a moment for that kid... Awesome!!! Judge Is LEGEND!!!

@paulgrimes1472 2 жыл бұрын

What a lift for MLB! Class act by all involved. Props to Jays fan, selfless act.

@stephencoffin226 2 жыл бұрын

One of the greatest fan moment’s in all of my 62 yrs.. FANtastic!

@MrGeorgelaw777 2 жыл бұрын

One of the most memorable and inspiring moments in sports history for me. Aaron Judge is simply the best human being in sports!

@jonnytheboy7338 2 жыл бұрын

I hope that was meant as a little bit of sarcasm.

@markkaminski2416 2 жыл бұрын

I agree!! But if you compile a list, don't forget Miguel Cabrera.

@gerardoleary7239 2 жыл бұрын

That kid has the heart of an angel. God bless him.

@gillesblanchard1699 2 жыл бұрын

What a joyous moment to see such happiness! It take me away from the war and give others and myself such hope!

@helloimshawn 2 жыл бұрын

I wish you all the best, stay safe friend.

@CJ-xi5gm 2 жыл бұрын

What an awesome moment. Humbleness all around. Judge knows he’s a superstar and he chilled w the group like he was an uncle. Good for him and baseball … and the generous Jays fan

@topdad216 2 жыл бұрын

I’m a Boston fan, but Judge is a class act!

@bigbosspodname248 2 жыл бұрын

Oh well thanks for letting us know who's team u rooted for we all cared so much

@deckerrm 2 жыл бұрын

You just might sign him.............his stats would skyrocket in Fenway.

@m.a.sperry3424 2 жыл бұрын

@@bigbosspodname248 Just when I thought you couldn't get any more douchey, you go and top yourself. Keep posting. I'm sure there's more.

@deborahpaley21 2 жыл бұрын

@@bigbosspodname248 derp

@TheUncleJohn1 2 жыл бұрын

Can’t stop watching this video

@mariemusellak7939 2 жыл бұрын

Omg this makes me cry. What an experience for this boy and what a true MAN that Toronto fan is. This is what life should be about.

@CharlieEbbs 3 ай бұрын

I liked the way the Jays fan hung back till he was asked to come over - very respectful of this young fans moment with his hero.

@HealingHeart_61 2 жыл бұрын

Awww...I love this. Now I'm a puddle of tears again. Way to go Judge!!! 💖

@eddierivera1860 2 жыл бұрын

Judge just made that kid feel very special, bless you Aaron.

@RiverDocs 2 жыл бұрын

There is a big lesson for us all in this story. Tip of the cap to the Blue Jay's fan and Aaron Judge for being great teachers and human beings.

@eddiesaninocencio7486 Жыл бұрын

I respect the Judge who has a soft heart, even there's a rivalry in baseball but its only a game to entertain the fans, good to see Judge caring for his fans.

@dennispetty4405 2 жыл бұрын

That's the love of Baseball right there!! Way to be there Aaron Judge! Super classy

@jsstar76 2 жыл бұрын

The gesture ‘sit beside me’ on the bench says a lot about Aaron Judge. 💙⚾️

@bigbosspodname248 2 жыл бұрын

Bro u act like he donated a kidney lol relax

@m.a.sperry3424 2 жыл бұрын

@@bigbosspodname248 Try as you might to diminish the moment, all you are doing is revealing what a douchebag you are. Aaron and Mike have more character in their little fingers than you will ever have.

@williamsteed9093 Жыл бұрын

Priceless, emotional,classy👍👍

@ronpeacock9939 2 жыл бұрын

this is what MLB should be all about... He's an Aaron Judge fan for life... and I think even Mike (the Toronto fan) will be one as well... even if he's not a Blue Jay...

@ronpeacock9939 2 жыл бұрын

@Kayaker Dude No doubt. I kinda miss the days where I could follow baseball. since moving out west, it's gotten really difficult. First, most Yankee games start at 4pm PT.. that means by the time I'm home.. the game is almost over. The local team I can't bring myself to root for (Diamondbacks.. they beat the yanks for a WS title.. can't go there) unlike when I lived in Colorado. The Rockies were fun to root for.. So lately, I've only been following the Yanks when I can and letting the rest go.. where before I used to was any an all games... that might have to do with the fact that I work as an umpire at the youth level (HS and down) and follow more baseball/softball than ever before. Still, Gotta love this game.

@paulroggenbeck3129 2 жыл бұрын

Much respect to all involved from a Tigers fan. Good to know this great athlete can let these kids know that he's not a god, but a man of integrity and character. Youth today really needs this encouragement!

@gulfflier4700 2 жыл бұрын

Class act on everyone involved! Thanks for the heartwarming act of kindness of the gentleman that gave up the ball, and for Aaron Judge's inspiring comments.

@randyporter3491 Жыл бұрын

A LOT of talent, and even more class.

@alrodriguez3898 2 жыл бұрын

A very beautiful moment 👍 this is what baseball is all about. Paying forward to the little biggest fan. Very proud to be a Yankee and Toronto fan .💪💪🙂

@Getoveryourfingself 2 жыл бұрын

Good job. These kids are your legacy. They will always remember how gracious you were to them.

@jackcats6515 2 жыл бұрын

Holy shit man... Im wiping my eyes while typing this. I've been a sports fan/athlete my whole life, played every sport you can imagine and im a fan of so many different players/athletes...... This is so moving & heartwarming to see as I grow older. It really makes you think as you age, about how important these moments are for young fans and children who adore these superstar athletes. If you're not even getting chills (let alone tearing up) from this, you have no love for sports, period. What a moment!

@bigbosspodname248 2 жыл бұрын

Okay daytime Emmy. Jeeze

@bigbosspodname248 2 жыл бұрын

@@hightide4782 youtube police!!!!

@bigbosspodname248 2 жыл бұрын

@@hightide4782 ya clearly shook

@bigbosspodname248 2 жыл бұрын

@@hightide4782 delusional- characterized by or holding idiosyncratic beliefs or impressions that are contradicted by reality or rational argument, typically as a symptom of mental disorder. Way to show how u big of a moron u are. 👏 and u did that all by yourself. Proud of you little man

@duffyy1 Жыл бұрын

Just shows how awesome Judge is. He’s a class act. 😊

@user-em6yv1hy7j 4 ай бұрын

登場人物、全員優しい世界で好き。こういうのが見たいんよ

@joanneloesner1264 2 жыл бұрын

How beautiful for a boy to have a hero and that hero give the gift of himself for a life altering one on one. Just beautiful ❤🙏❤⚾⚾⚾

@nancypilcher5948 Жыл бұрын

Aaron u r a gem thank you

@copp214 2 жыл бұрын

He was given the ball and an added bonus. Judge signed the ball and took the time to talk to the boy. That was 😎

@martindellavalle6370 2 жыл бұрын

Class act by the judge made that kids dreams come true well done Aaron well done

@timg5411 2 жыл бұрын

Moment he will never forget for the rest of his life....no words can express the joy of that little boy....There still is some good in this world we live in...

@rickmainville4784 2 жыл бұрын

What the fan did by giving the hr ball to the boy was equally amazing

@johnjunior7231 Жыл бұрын

True gentleman and pure athlete clearly he has forgot where he came from the biggest man you meet was once a child 🙏🏽

@michaelyoungstrom9412 Жыл бұрын

So many great people in this video. What an awesome story. Class all around! Yankees are fortunate to have Judge. Such a sweet talented guy!

@brali1717 2 жыл бұрын

Tears of joy is such a beautiful thing

@jbyesterday3959 2 жыл бұрын

This is what dreams coming true are made of - bravo ❤️❤️❤️

@achanwahn 2 жыл бұрын

He’s such a sweet kid. What a day he’ll never forget

@erikdixon8464 Жыл бұрын

Im a die hard Jays fan. and i love Judge man, he's so cool

@619R3D 2 жыл бұрын

Beyond awesome!!! This will make a great movie someday!!! Aaron Judge is a legend n this will affect this young boys life forever!!! Great stuff!!!

@Dannyaudio69 2 жыл бұрын

Wow such class on judge and the Toronto fan who gave the lil kid the home run ball!!! We need more moments like this in life

@rocketman4499 2 жыл бұрын

This entire story from the Jays fan giving this kid the ball to Aaron Judge and all of the parties getting together for this will never leave this young man. I'm so proud of everyone who did this and we cry everytime we watch this. Great moment!!

@confucius2616 Жыл бұрын

Awesome to see. True class and sportsmanship. This is what America is about, not all the bitching and fighting

@jasminehyun2137 4 ай бұрын

Man that young fan will never forget this moment. Lifelong memory

@seanfoley7855 2 жыл бұрын

Thank video made me cry too. Aaron Judge is a true gentleman and I now am a huge Aaron Judge fan. God Bless you.

@johnfleming8648 2 жыл бұрын

Stuff like this means so much to young fans...

@dianeholter1558 Жыл бұрын

What a class act..Aaron Judge. I'm not a Yankee fan but this man goes close to the top of my "most respected " list. Good job Mr and Mrs Judge....you raised a great young man.

@chrisbalsamo968 2 жыл бұрын

Makes me want to be a Yankee fan. Truly a class act.

@efrainquevedo6148 Жыл бұрын

Canadians are good, friendly, honest people. For the most part

@jackargese895 2 жыл бұрын

We all seen the movie field of dreams! Baseball marks the times! Many years ago I got to meet and shake the hand of the late great Gil Hodges, a moment I will never forget! We need more of these moments, especially during the hard times we are living through now! Pure professionalism, and kindness! God Bless all🙏

@clementgoetke2385 Жыл бұрын

what a beautiful little boy and moment

@justinjohnson266 2 жыл бұрын

That is all love right there folks. Love for baseball, and love for your fellow humans...

@leskobrandon3497 2 жыл бұрын

Just awesome . That young man will be talking about this until he has grandchildren to tell the story to . How this kind stranger made his day and showed him that people are GOOD , How he met Aaron Rodgers . Lifetime memory right there .

@lrodnyc9047 2 жыл бұрын

This is what sportsmanship is all about. Salute to that Toronto fan, shows what kind of person he is. We've seen selfish adults at sporting events steal a kids foul ball or hockey puck,smh. So for him to do this is amazing. As for Judge, we're not surprised. As a Yankee fan, we see this all the time. He's a class act. So happy this went viral. 👏🏼🙌🏼⚾️🇨🇦🗽

@AndrewJSmall 2 жыл бұрын

You a good dude Aaron judge. Yankees gotta sign this man. He's.mord than just an amazing player.

@Flussig1 2 жыл бұрын

You're so right.

@giuliettarenner1343 Жыл бұрын

Very ..nicely done... A True FAN.. meets the Judge...!!!

@jo9367 Жыл бұрын

Aaron judge the gentle giant and the best in baseball go Yankees

@jongrose5870 Жыл бұрын

as a father, if my sons favorite player took time to come meet my son and was so chill like that. I guarantee I would than become a loyal fan to whichever team they played for. class act by judge well done

@Djsj1313 2 жыл бұрын

I have no words for this video except simply heartwarming

@ginelleveenhuizen1714 2 жыл бұрын

So sweet! Thank you Aaron.

@margaretpino3257 2 жыл бұрын

This is why Aaron Judge is the face of the Yankees….a moment that this boy will never forget!

@davidl8759 Жыл бұрын

Great story and also great Karma for the jays fan, he gave up the ball but got recognized and got to meet Aaron Judge instead and get a dugout pic with him, way better!

@NYG1991 Жыл бұрын

Judge is such a class act. That was nice of him to sign the ball for him. I have to finally add his jersey to my collection.

@Archtops 2 жыл бұрын

What an awesome story. Great people!

@donnellhicks 2 жыл бұрын

You be the Judge. When he got down to the boys level it shows how big a man he is. Life is not about how many homeruns you hit, it's about touching all the bases on your journey through life.

@kevindelaney1951 2 жыл бұрын

A wonderful moment for all. Judge is a class player. Looking forward to seeing the Jays play him in October.

@jonwestbay3739 2 жыл бұрын

I remember in the early 90s b4 the Jays won their World Series they ended up losing a few playoff series. The fans were always so classy and would politely clap for the other team to congratulate them

@bernardwebley753 2 жыл бұрын

I DIDNT KNOW THAT HE WAS SUCH A DOWN TO EARTH HUMAN BEING AND NOW IM GETTING EMOTIONAL

@yovadelgado4301 2 жыл бұрын

Good very Nice for judge.God bless.

@kameleonls1 2 жыл бұрын

There are still great people in the world. This blue jay fan is one of them.

@Sidious6460 2 жыл бұрын

Judge has always seemed like a really, really cool guy.

@howardcohn3128 2 жыл бұрын

Primary thoughts go out to Anngillotta the fan who gave the ball to the youngster and his great deed. Next to all those for providing for the meeting of all involved the next day. Terrific!

@brodypeters1429 2 жыл бұрын

This is so sweet Aaron Judge is the best person ever

@GhostDrummer 2 жыл бұрын

So happy the brother was included in the pics. With me being the middle son in my family, I know how many times I was overlooked by my parents and others. Good looking out by Mr. Judge.

@tubethis777 2 жыл бұрын

Big respect to both teams

@WorldwideDarts 2 жыл бұрын

A lifelong memory right there. Wow!

@isaackovitz4791 2 жыл бұрын

One of the greatest moments in sports in a long time! AWESOME

@SeaMonkey137 Жыл бұрын

I'm not a Yankees fan but Aaron Judge is one of the classiest players I have seen in a long time.

@robinhood325 2 жыл бұрын

Damn that Aaron Judge contract negotiation with the Yanks just went north of 300 Million

@danielficarra2557 2 жыл бұрын

Damn chills man chills and I’m an Angels fan. Good for that Blue Jay fan doing the right and honorable thing. Not similar but I met some angels at the fest signing that had a long time ago they all signed my glove wish I for some reason was never able to find when I moved to my current location but I’ll never forget that experience. This kid will take this experience with him forever. Class act by judge. Props.

@patrickseguritan7082 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful!

@YankeesFan89914 2 жыл бұрын

I’m a judge fan and he’s so nice Aaron is the nicest ballplayer

@johnasti5239 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful......

@adridsanchez-mota919 2 жыл бұрын

This is so awesome!! I am thrilled to see this boy's future, this in deed will be a motivational stage in his life. To the Canadian amazing Jay fan, wow no words can describe your action. Judge!! You are simple the best!!!