There’s just something about playing cards that’s irresistible. From collecting Pokemon cards as a kid to challenging friends to a game of Uno as an adult, the love for cards is infallible. But for baseball fans, Topps has taken the game to a whole new level with their 2023 Series 1 curated card featuring none other than Aaron Judge. 

If you’re a New York Yankees fan, then you already know much Judge has won the hearts of the baseball world. Recently, the New York Yankees captain gave a sneak peek of the card and it’s safe to say the design has hit a home run with this one.

Aaron Judge’s baseball card has captured his essence perfectly! 

Baseball enthusiasts are falling head over heels to get their hands on these collectible items. Especially the 16th captain’s card is a fence buster. Fanatics will be clamoring over each other to attain it. 

Featuring none other than Aaron Judge, aka “The Judge”, the card captures the essence of his image perfectly. With a bat in hand, Judge is seen in a courtroom, ready to issue a verdict with a fierce swing. And with the iconic phrase “All Rise” written across the card, it’s clear what the card is trying to signify.

Whenever Judge steps up to the plate, the crowd holds its breath, waiting on the edge of their seats to see what he’ll do next. With a swing of the bat that sends the ball soaring out of the park, he leaves the fans jumping up from their seats with a roar. 

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Judge is the judge, jury, and executioner in the ballpark, and his ruling is always the same: victory for the New York Yankees. And it sure will be a thrilling ride to see his daunting presence as the stadium lights shine on him – ready to make history yet again.

Sho-time’s Topps card was voted number one last year 

The baseball deities bestowed the ballpark with an ultimate gift: Shohei Ohtani. The two-way sensation’s electrifying play on the field has always left fans gaping. Hence, it’s no wonder his Topps Series card was voted number one by fans last year. 

But the question that arises now is, who will reign supreme this year? Will Ohtani continue to reign as the king of the card game? Or will Aaron Judge will dethrone him and take the crown? Perhaps it will be someone entirely unexpected.

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