Aaron Judge Has Some Competition for American League MVP

The presumed front-runner isn’t a lock to win the award.

Aaron Judge #99 of the New York Yankees talks to the media during the Gatorade All-Star Workout Day at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, on July 15, 2024. Richard Rodriguez/Getty Images

New York Yankees superstar outfielder Aaron Judge is considered by many to be the leading candidate for the American League’s Most Valuable Player this season. He’s putting up incredible numbers once again. And there is a valid argument that he could win the award.

But a few others are emerging as viable candidates to challenge Judge this season.