Yankees‘ Aaron Judge isn’t the type to demand a specific spot in the lineup, but he made his preference clear on Monday—he wants to stay in the three-hole. With Juan Soto ahead of him last season, that was a natural fit, but with Soto now in Queens, the Yankees have some decisions to make at the top of their order.
A Familiar Role, A New Look
Judge thrived in the No. 3 spot last season, slashing .322/.458/.701 while anchoring the heart of the lineup. His presence in that position made life easier for the hitters around him, especially with Soto setting the table.