Once again, New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge will skip the Home Run Derby this year, he told reporters Thursday. Judge won the Home Run Derby in 2017, his rookie year, and has not participated in it since.

New York Yankees slugger and captain Aaron Judge isn't known for flashy antics or flashy things, but this season he has been known for one glittering accessory: A diamond-encrusted gavel necklace worth $20,

Aaron Judge shares update on home run derby participation originally appeared on Athlon Sports. It’s been the same story for years now. Aaron Judge may be the most prolific home run hitter we've seen in decades, but the New York Yankees slugger is not interested in participating in the Home Run Derby -- unless the event comes to Yankee Stadium.