New York Yankees star Aaron Judge, who has dominated much of the current baseball season, has encountered some recent difficulties during games against the Los Angeles Angels. Over two consecutive games, Judge managed only one hit while drawing two walks in the team’s narrow 1-0 loss on Monday, followed by a hitless 0-for-4 performance with three strikeouts on Tuesday as the Yankees fell 4-0.

Despite this short slump, the 33-year-old remains a powerhouse at the plate, holding a remarkable .372 batting average, a .469 on-base percentage, and a .740 slugging percentage. Judge has recorded 26 home runs and driven in 60 runs this season, proving his overall offensive strength even as recent outcomes reveal his vulnerability.

Performance During Recent Road Trips Highlights Judge’s Challenges

Earlier during the Yankees’ weekend road series against the Boston Red Sox, Judge went 1-for-12, hitting a solo home run in a series where New York was swept in three games. His struggles coincide with the team’s difficulties, emphasizing the natural performance fluctuations experienced across the long season.

Reacting to Judge’s current form after the latest defeat, Yankees manager Aaron Boone provided insight.

“It’s just the inevitable ebbs and flows of it,”

Boone said.

“He probably left the zone a little more than he normally does. No one is more capable of getting right back on track than him.”

Judge Maintains League-Leading Statistics Despite Hurdles

Through 72 games, Judge leads all of Major League Baseball in batting average and on-base plus slugging percentage (OPS) with a 1.209 mark. He is tied for first place in home runs and ranks second in RBIs with 60. These figures underscore his ongoing impact despite the recent setbacks.

Upcoming Matchups Could Define Both Teams’ Paths

With the Los Angeles Angels on the verge of clinching a series win after their recent victory, the club remains competitive in the American League West standings, trailing the Texas Rangers by just one game for third place and sitting two games shy of a Wild Card spot. The Angels will finish their current road trip with two more games at Yankee Stadium before returning home to face the Houston Astros, Boston Red Sox, and Washington Nationals. Following that, they will travel to compete against the Atlanta Braves and Toronto Blue Jays.