Aaron Judge: At the Crossroads of Yankee Immortality
Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge is at a crucial point in his career. With a four-month-old daughter, Nora, and the demands of the baseball season, Judge faces a year of significant changes, both public and private. Fatherhood, combined with the pressure of playing in New York, puts him on a path to immortality, a status reserved for a select few.Aaron Judge en un momento crucial en su camino hacia la inmortalidad, que requiere un campeonato.The conversation with Judge reveals his focus on the present, avoiding the trap of thinking about individual records or the past. In his locker, with the Red Sox in town, Judge was at the top of the batting statistics. The Triple Crown seemed possible, but also distant, as was the opportunity to return to the World Series.
Judge’s path to immortality with the Yankees involves being judged by history and titles. As he told his former teammate Anthony Rizzo, the “Yankee Way” demands winning the World Series. Judge nods, aware of the requirement.Judge se apoyó en su excompañero Anthony Rizzo para predicar el “Camino Yankee” a todos los que se pusieron el icónico uniforme a rayas.
The Legacy of Lou Gehrig and the Footprint of the Past
The history of the Yankees is intertwined with the past, with figures like Lou Gehrig. The house where Gehrig spent his last year of life, now a home, is a constant reminder of baseball history. The presence of Gehrig, even in “ghost” form, is a comforting element for those who inhabit that space.Lou Gehrig, a la izquierda con su esposa Eleanor, ganó seis títulos de la Serie Mundial con los Yankees, pero su ascenso se basó en el sufrimiento y la muerte.Visiting the Yankees stadium evokes the memory of Lou Gehrig and the history of baseball. The tour of the old stadium, now a park, reveals the transformation of the landscape and the importance of water in the past. The study of the ecology and history of the city reveals how the stadium was built on an old stream and a wetland, reminding us that “water remembers”.
The story of Mickey Mantle and the search for the drain that injured his knee in 1951 are part of Yankees mythology. The reflection on the past and the present, the player and the field, combine to create a unique experience in the Bronx.
The Future of Judge: Family and Baseball
Judge considers the future, especially the possibility of spending time with his family. He has seen examples of colleagues who prioritized family early in their careers and others who waited. For him, time with his daughter is valuable. He hopes to be able to dedicate more time to his children in the future, even considering the possibility of coaching a softball team.Aunque pensar en el futuro puede parecer una trampa, Judge espera tener tiempo con su esposa Samantha e incluso entrenar a su hija en softbol.The analysis of the maps in the press room, from British military maps to aerial photos from 1924, reveals the transformation of the landscape and the construction of the stadium on the former Cromwell stream. The story of the Cromwell family and the tragedy that occurred in the stream are reminders of human fragility and ambition.
The death of Alfonso Marandino and the story of the abandoned cemetery in the Bronx reflect the anxiety about what is forgotten in progress. The celebration in the stadium, with the presentation of a Yogi Berra doll, and the memory of D-Day, evoke nostalgia and the connection with the past.
In the field, Judge, as captain, focuses on the game and guiding his team. His efficient and dedicated swing is a reflection of his monastic approach to his craft. His relationship with Rich Schenck, his swing guru, has been key to perfecting his technique. Despite not having met with Schenck in person this season, Judge’s swing is now automatic, a constant threat to his opponents.
In the third at-bat, Judge missed Zack Kelly’s pitch, but his commitment to the present moment is evident. Judge is in a position to join legends like Ruth, Gehrig, DiMaggio, and Mantle, living in the present and focused on his work.Judge ha adoptado un enfoque monástico para perfeccionar su swing eficiente y poderoso.
The Legacy of History and the Transformation of the Bronx
The history of the Bronx is marked by the transformation of the landscape. The purchase of the Cromwell family farm by John Jacob Astor III and the construction of the stadium over the old creek are examples of this transformation. The death of the boy Willie McCormick in the creek and the decision to close the creek forever are events that mark the change.
The story of Alfonso Marandino and the tragedy that occurred in the stream and the construction of the stadium. The anxiety about being forgotten in progress. The celebration in the stadium and the memory of D-Day evoke nostalgia and the connection with the past.
The Yankees’ victory and Judge’s meeting with the press reveal his focus on the team and the experience of playing in the Bronx. Judge highlights the energy that Jazz Chisholm Jr. brings to the team. The history of the Yankees, from Mary Elizabeth Cromwell to Joe DiMaggio, reflects the evolution of the game and the connection to the past.
The sale of William Waldorf Astor’s property and the death of Mary Elizabeth Cromwell recall transformation and the passage of time. The story of Joe DiMaggio and his Manhattan penthouse, which was transformed into a modern apartment, is an example of how the past fades away. Judge’s family and DiMaggio’s, together at a Yankees game, did not recognize each other, demonstrating the distance between the past and the present.El pasado siempre está presente para Judge, quien es el siguiente en una línea legendaria que incluye a Joe DiMaggio.
The House That Whitey Ford Built and the Yankees’ Legacy
Visiting Whitey Ford’s house reveals his legacy. The house, with its bar and view of the pool, is a testament to his career and marriage. The memories and love letters of Whitey and Joan Ford show the intensity of their life. The Cy Young Award on the wall is a symbol of his success. The story of Whitey Ford and his fight against Alzheimer’s evokes the cost of being a Yankees legend.
