In the month of May, two standout performances on the field caught the attention of baseball fans and media alike. Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge and starting pitcher Luis Gil both had dominant performances that earned them Player of the Month honors for their respective roles.
Judge’s offensive prowess shone through in May as he batted .361 with a remarkable slugging percentage of .918. He hit 14 home runs and drove in 27 runs while also setting a franchise record with 25 extra-base hits in the month. His performance at the plate has been pivotal for the Yankees’ success, providing them with a much-needed boost during a challenging month.
On the other hand, Gil has been a revelation for the Yankees’ rotation. The young right-hander celebrated his 26th birthday by posting an exceptional month in May, boasting a minuscule 0.70 ERA over six starts. With 44 strikeouts and only 12 walks over 38.2 innings, Gil solidified his role as a key contributor to the team’s rotation.
In Gerrit Cole’s absence, Gil stepped up as a reliable starter for the Yankees, maintaining a 1.99 ERA and 0.947 WHIP across his 11 starts this season. His consistency and effectiveness on the mound have been invaluable for the team in Cole’s absence, earning him well-deserved recognition for his exceptional performances.
Overall, both Judge and Gil were instrumental in helping their respective teams achieve success in May through their impressive performances on the field. Their outstanding contributions earned them recognition as Players of the Month for their respective roles, further highlighting their importance to their teams’ success moving forward into June and beyond.
