The fans packed Angel Stadium last week, erupting when the star emerged from the dugout during pregame warmups, chanting “M-V-P” in his honor during the game.
Aaron Judge and the New York Yankees had arrived in Anaheim, and the old ballpark was abuzz.
“Anywhere we play,” Judge said, “it’s a playoff atmosphere.”
Angels fans haven’t seen a playoff game in 11 years, so there were plenty of good seats available for Yankees fans. In the top of the first inning, Judge grounded out.
In the bottom of the first, the Angels’ star strutted into the spotlight.