The latest Major League Baseball player survey has sparked outrage among fans after ranking Aaron Judge third, behind Shohei Ohtani and Bobby Witt Jr. Judge, a two-time MVP and home run powerhouse, was expected to be near the top but was overshadowed by Witt Jr., a rising star with a standout 2024 season. Fans were baffled and vocal about the ranking, questioning how Judge could be placed below a player with fewer accolades. The debate continues, with some suggesting recency bias or a genuine shift in the baseball landscape. For Yankees fans, this ranking is a matter of pride and serves as extra motivation for Judge in the 2025 season.
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In the world of baseball, some things are taken for granted: hot dogs at the ballpark, questionable umpire calls, and Aaron Judge being recognized as one of the game’s elite players. As the Yankees’ captain and a home run powerhouse, Judge is typically found at the top of every ranking. However, the latest player survey from spring training 2025 has sent shockwaves through the baseball community, leaving fans in disbelief.
The survey, which ranks the top players in Major League Baseball, unsurprisingly placed Shohei Ohtani at the number one spot. Ohtani, a once-in-a-lifetime talent and MVP winner, is a living spectacle on the field. But the real twist came when Aaron Judge didn’t even secure the second position. Instead, Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. claimed the spot.
Bobby Witt Jr. had a phenomenal 2024 season, making his first All-Star appearance, hitting .332, and ranking third in the league with 11 triples. The Royals rewarded him with a $288 million contract, but does one standout year truly place him ahead of a two-time MVP like Aaron Judge? This ranking has sparked intense debate among fans.
Aaron Judge, known for his dominance and feared by pitchers, secured only the third spot in the survey. His 2022 season was historic, leading the league with 62 home runs and breaking the AL single-season record. Even in an injury-shortened 2023, he still hit 37 home runs with a 1.019 OPS. Fans were baffled to see him ranked below a younger player who is still proving himself.
The top five was rounded out by Mookie Betts and Corey Seager, but it was the placement of Judge that drew the most attention. When the results were revealed, MLB fans didn’t hold back their frustration. Many questioned how a two-time MVP could be ranked below a rising star with just one standout season.
Reactions poured in from all corners of the baseball world:
“What do Witt and Ohtani do better than Judge…?”
— Nestor’s 🍎 (Nestor Cortes Super Fan) (@NestorsApple) March 17, 2025
“Witt Jr. is not better than Aaron Judge lol.”
— Fanatic (@BaseballFanatic) March 17, 2025
“Two-time MVP in third place, y’all are a joke.”
— Judge Advocate (@JudgeFan4Life) March 17, 2025
“Bobby Witt above Judge lol in what universe?”
— Skeptical Fan (@SkepticalBaseball) March 17, 2025
Even supporters of Witt Jr. had second thoughts:
“I’m a big Bobby Witt Jr. defender, but at this moment, what does he do that makes him a better overall player than Judge?”
— Witt Jr. Fan (@WittJrSupporter) March 17, 2025
The debate continues to rage, with some suggesting that the survey results might be a reflection of recency bias or a genuine shift in the baseball landscape. While Witt Jr. had an impressive 2024 season, Judge still led in key offensive categories like OPS, slugging, and hard-hit percentage.
For Yankees fans, this ranking is more than just a numbers game; it’s a matter of pride. They see Judge as a legendary figure whose accomplishments should place him at the top of any ranking. Whether this controversy was stirred up intentionally or reflects a real change in the game remains to be seen. One thing is for sure: this ranking has given Judge an extra dose of motivation heading into the 2025 season.
