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Aaron Judge 'Leaning Toward' Not Participating in 2018 MLB Home Run Derby

Reigning Home Run Derby champion Aaron Judge said he's likely "done" competing in the event.

The New York Yankees slugger told The Players' Tribune podcast he doesn't expect to take part in the marquee All-Star festivity in 2018 or beyond, per George A. King III of the New York Post.

"I think I am one-and-done," Judge said.

The 25-year-old American League Rookie of the Year hit 30 homers before the All-Star break. He went into a slump after winning the Derby, however, connecting on just seven long balls over the next six weeks before finishing with a flurry in September, when he pounded 15 home runs.