Will Aaron Judge leave the Yankees as a free agent?

At one point during the 2022 regular season, the Yankees looked like they had a chance to challenge the MLB record of 116 wins.

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In the end, they were swept by the Houston Astros in the ALCS.

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With the New York Yankees eliminated, slugger Aaron Judge is set to become a free agent.

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However, there is no way to replace Judge. Losing him to a free agency would immensely set the Yankees back.

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As Judge turns 31 soon after Opening Day 2023, it is said that his next contract could amount to $300 million tops.

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Judge is the Yankee's best and most marketable player and the available replacements pale in comparison.

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However, the Dodgers have reportedly emerged as a viable contender for the Yankees star’s services.

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Aaron Judge is an American professional baseball player with a net worth of $20 million in 2022.

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