{"id":146113,"date":"2026-02-26T14:25:33","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T14:25:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/146113\/"},"modified":"2026-02-26T14:25:33","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T14:25:33","slug":"aaron-judge-sends-clear-message-to-ny-yankees-front-office-about-the-next-bronx-ace-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/146113\/","title":{"rendered":"Aaron Judge sends clear message to NY Yankees front office about the next Bronx ace"},"content":{"rendered":"

New York Yankees<\/a> fans have seen plenty of exciting pitching prospects over the years, but this spring there\u2019s a buzz around a new standout. Carlos Lagrange, the 22-year-old Dominican-born fireballer and MLB Pipeline\u2019s No. 2 Yankees prospect, has caught the attention of the team and the spotlight of Spring Training.<\/p>\n

The first day of live at-bats at Yankees camp, Lagrange threw a 102.6 mph fastball that struck out three-time AL MVP Aaron Judge<\/a>, even after Judge had already launched a home run off him earlier in the session. <\/p>\n

That moment left a lasting impression on Judge, who has in previous days also revealed surprising top three players he wishes to study in upcoming WBC<\/a>, highlighting his focus on learning from emerging talent.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis guy\u2019s potential, man, is to be a front-line starter for the New York Yankees,\u201d Judge said, per Chris Kirschner of The Athletic. \u201cHe didn\u2019t care. He wanted to be out there, and he came right after us. That\u2019s what you need if you\u2019re gonna play in the Bronx. If you\u2019re gonna play in New York, you gotta have that demeanor.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"Carlos<\/p>\n

Carlos Lagrange #84 of the Yankees poses for a photo during Photo Day. Chris Graythen\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n

Could Lagrange become the next Yankees ace?<\/p>\n

Lagrange\u2019s 2025 season included a 3.53 ERA across High-A and Double-A and 168 strikeouts in 120 innings, signaling a high ceiling despite minor league numbers. His composure facing top Yankees hitters in spring training reinforced his readiness to handle the bright lights of the Bronx.<\/p>\n

\"NY<\/p>\n

see also<\/p>\n

NY Mets manager Carlos Mendoza makes honest admission about Juan Soto\u2019s 2026 defensive change<\/p>\n

<\/a>What\u2019s next for the Yankees\u2019 rotation?<\/p>\n

New York\u2019s rotation is already deep, with Gerrit Cole<\/a> and Carlos Rodon set to return from the injured list. But with Judge\u2019s endorsement and Lagrange\u2019s talent on display, it\u2019s easy to see the young flamethrower earning a big league opportunity soon, adding even more intrigue to the Yankees\u2019 pitching depth.<\/p>\n

SurveyWill Carlos Lagrange make his MLB debut for the Yankees in 2026?<\/p>\n

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