Aaron Judge hit his 30th homer as the Yankees routed the Athletics 12-5 on June 30, 2025. Jazz Chisholm Jr. added 4 RBIs in the big series win. Recap.
StatPro MLB Beat Reporter
If you were looking for a sign that the Yankees' offense was ready to wake up, Sunday's slugfest at the Stadium was it. The Bronx Bombers unleashed a 12-5 beatdown on the Oakland Athletics, powered by vintage performances from their biggest stars and a welcome return to the mound, securing a much-needed series win.
Aaron Judge has now hit 30 or more home runs in six different seasons, a testament to his consistent, franchise-altering power.
The story of Sunday's offensive explosion was written by its two biggest stars: Aaron Judge and Jazz Chisholm Jr. The Captain was in classic form, launching two two-run homers to reach the 30-homer plateau for the sixth time in his career. His 44th career multi-homer game was a powerful reminder of who anchors this lineup. Not to be outdone, Chisholm continued his torrid pace since returning from the IL, driving in four runs with a bases-clearing triple and a solo shot of his own. Despite a brief scare after appearing to injure his right hand on a checked swing, he stayed in the game, a testament to his toughness and importance to this team.
While the bats were booming, a welcome sight was back on the mound. Marcus Stroman made his first start since April and didn't miss a beat, earning the win and providing a major boost to the rotation. His steady presence was exactly what the team needed to lock down the victory, which secured only their second series win in the last two and a half weeks. Getting a healthy and effective Stroman back is a critical development as the team heads into the dog days of summer.
The offensive onslaught wasn't limited to the two headliners. Cody Bellinger joined the home run party with a three-run blast, showcasing the lineup depth that makes the Yankees so formidable when they're clicking. It was a complete team effort that ultimately chased former Yankee Luis Severino, now pitching for the A's, from the game after he was tagged for seven runs. This kind of top-to-bottom production is exactly what the Yankees need to sustain a winning streak.
This wasn't just another win; it was a statement. With Judge firing on all cylinders, Chisholm providing a dynamic spark, and Stroman back in the fold, the Yankees look poised to shake off their recent struggles. The key now is to build on this momentum. Sunday's offensive outburst and solid pitching performance provide the perfect blueprint for a strong push into July. All eyes will be on Chisholm's hand, but if he's okay, this lineup looks as deep and dangerous as ever.
