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Time of India
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Bobby Witt Jr takes a new animated avatar as part of the "Heroes of the Game" campaign
Have you ever imagined how the Kansas City Royals' shortstop Bobby Witt Jr would look like when animated? Well, MLB has turned that imagination into reality in their new campaign, 'Heroes of the Game.' Tired of too many ads? go ad free now How does Bobby Witt Jr look in the animated campaign? What on-field moment of the shortstop was captured for this? We have the details here! Bobby Witt Jr animated for MLB's new campaign To make baseball more fun and understandable to the younger generation, MLB started a campaign called 'Baseball is something else,' a part of which is a new anime twist called 'Heroes of the Game.' This new anime-based campaign is re-imagining famous MLB players as anime characters showcasing their powers and what it takes to become an MLB player. A latest addition to the anime is Bobby Witt Jr, the start shortstop from Kansas City Royals. Since Bobby is known for his superhuman speed, the tagline of the animated video is kept as, 'The road to stardom is long and challenging unless you move as fast as him.' Well, we cannot agree more with the tagline as the shortstop does have incredible speed. Besides, MLB has captured the player making an amazing catch and animated Bobby's speed with the power of lightning, a fine comparison in our opinion. The video has captured a lot of attention, with fans appreciating the smooth animation techniques used. Other animated 'Heroes of the Game' Apart from Bobby Witt Jr, MLB has also introduced other players in the 'Heroes of the Game' campaign. There's Aaron Judge shown hitting the ball with his incredible strength. The video perfectly captures the essence of Judge's game, showcasing how fine and accurate of a player he is. There's also Paul Skenes, Shohei Ohtani, and Juan Soto who have appeared in the animated campaign. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now MLB has put in a lot of effort for this campaign. As per reports, MLB has teamed up with famous anime artists, ones who have worked in anime like One Piece, Fullmetal Alchemist, and Silver Spoon. Famous director, Hiroshi Shimizu, who is known for his series Kemonozume and Michiko & Hatchin, is also joining the team for the campaign. Also Read:
Time of India
05-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
'Time to bounce back'- Aaron Judge sends a bold message after the Yankees lost to the Rays
'Time to bounce back'- Aaron Judge sends a bold message after the Yankees lost to the Rays (Image Source: Getty Images) When it comes to talking about one of the best teams in the MLB, it is difficult to miss out on the New York Yankees . After witnessing an electrifying start to the 2025 season, the Aaron Judge-led team has been under the scanner after losing two series. Recently, Judge reacted to their loss against the Tampa Bay Rays and even sent out a strong message to the other major league teams for the ongoing season. Aaron Judge looks forward to bouncing back after the Yankees lost against the Tampa Bay Rays The American League Eastern Division leaders, the New York Yankees, made headlines after they went on to lose the second series of the 2025 MLB season against the Tampa Bay Rays. The two-score deficit during the recent face-off with the Rays brought the Yankees under the scanner along with their most prominent star athlete, Aaron Judge. After a humiliating loss against the Rays, Aaron Judge opened up about the loopholes in the team's performance and even sent out a clear and strong message about their comeback. During the post-game interview Judge said, 'It's tough, especially on a day like today, a rubber match, a chance to win the series. We kind of fell short, especially on the offensive side, not really getting things going.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like News For Jack Nicholson, 87, He Has Been Confirmed To Be... Reportingly Undo He further explained- 'It's tough, but this team, we battle with the best of them. We've got faith in everybody in this lineup, up and down. We know what we're capable of doing. That's where we were able to rally in the last couple innings. We gave ourselves a chance in the ninth, but we just couldn't get that one guy on to see if we could get some magic going.' The Yankees superstar ended the interview with a strong message for the upcoming game- "Time to bounce back; get ready for San Diego (Padres).' The New York Yankees suffered the second blow after Jazz Chrisholm Jr. was impacted by an injury recently. Despite injuries and inconsistent performance, the New York Yankees have always found a way back to glory. Also Read: Yankees star Aaron Judge shares a playful take on the 2025 Heroes of the Game campaign
Time of India
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Aaron Judge becomes an anime Superhero in MLB's bold new campaign
The Yankees slugger is blasting home runs in anime now, too. Baseball just got an anime twist and Aaron Judge is leading the charge. The New York Yankees captain has been reimagined as a full-fledged anime hero in Major League Baseball's new 'Heroes of the Game' series, a creative part of its 'Baseball is Something Else' campaign. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The idea? Turn star players into larger-than-life characters in an eye-catching anime style. Launched just ahead of Opening Day, the campaign is clearly aimed at drawing in younger fans, especially those already hooked on anime. With fast-paced visuals and bold, stylized animation, MLB is blending sports with pop culture in a fresh way. Aaron Judge is the latest MLB star to step into the league's anime-inspired universe. He follows in the footsteps of Seattle Mariners sensation Julio Rodríguez and Pittsburgh Pirates rising star Paul Skenes, who were featured in earlier episodes of the 'Heroes of the Game' campaign each portrayed as dynamic, superpowered figures with glowing energy and action-packed visuals. Now it's Judge's turn, and the animation looks strikingly accurate. 'They actually did a really good job,' Judge said with a smile, after watching the clip on a reporter's phone. 'Even nailed the batting gloves.' The timing couldn't be better either. Judge is currently putting up numbers that feel ripped straight from a comic book. As of May 1, he's leading the majors in nearly every key stat: a .412 batting average, .507 on-base percentage, .728 slugging, and a jaw-dropping 1.235 OPS. He's also tallied 47 hits, 83 total bases, 29 RBIs, and added 9 home runs, 7 doubles, and a triple all before the season even hits full stride. Yankees manager Aaron Boone believes there's still more to come. 'I don't think he's really been that hot yet,' Boone said. 'When he locks in and starts launching them regularly, look out.' Anime + Baseball = A whole new game For those unfamiliar, anime is a globally popular animation style from Japan known for its bold visuals and dramatic storytelling. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now MLB's decision to merge it with America's pastime is a unique effort to connect with a wider, younger audience. 'It's just about growing the game,' Judge said. 'If this gets more people watching, especially kids, that's a win. I think it'll be cool for my daughter to see one day too.' This isn't Judge's first foray into animation either; he popped up last year in a Rubble and Crew episode, taking part in a fun home run contest with cartoon characters. Now, with his anime debut, Aaron Judge is proving that baseball heroes don't just live on the field they can thrive in animated worlds too.
Time of India
02-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Aaron Judge leading the top players' table with increasing chances of becoming 2025 MVP
Aaron Judge leading the top players' table with increasing chances of becoming 2025 MVP (Image Source: Getty) The year 2025 is the year of Aaron Judge, and that's not us saying, it's what baseball fans, critics, and players saying as well. Judge has been performing tremendously well, setting new records in every match, and giving his 200% all the time. However, the question still lingers on whether Aaron Judge will be crowned as the MVP or not. Let's dive deep into the stats for this. Aaron Judge leading the table with a high margin Usually, when a player leads the table, the second most qualified hitter is often a few points behind, with chances of overtaking the top player in the last round. However, Aaron Judge has set a huge margin between the positions, making it difficult for anyone to even touch Judge in the top players' table. For reference, Aaron Judge has a current hitting average of .427, and the second top player of MLB 2025, Pete Alonso from the New York Mets, has a hitting average of .342, which is clearly a 71-point difference! Now, covering this gap is no easy task, and Aaron has made sure of it. Aaron Judge's 2024 performance and statistics Looking back at Judge's performance last year, the Yankees' star player had a total of 559 at-bats, of which he scored 58 home runs, 144 RBIs, a hitting average of .322, OBP of .458, and 1.159 OPS. His 2024 hitting average is what most players are trying to achieve this season, showcasing how Judge has evolved over the year. Even if a comparison is drawn between Judge's performance during April of 2024 to that of 2025, he was performing way better than most players. The comparison stats clearly show that Judge is an out-of-league player, one with whom you cannot compare anyone else. Though Judge had been the core of various controversies, involving former Yankees players, torpedo bats, etc., he has never lost his momentum. In fact, he let his bat do all the talking, showing everyone why he is called a once-in-a-generation player. With such strong stats, there are high chances that Aaron Judge will be crowned as the ultimate MVP by the end of the series. Moreover, Judge is also representing Team USA as the captain, for the World Baseball Classic in 2026, adding more feathers to his already glorified hat. Also Read: Yankees star Aaron Judge shares a playful take on the 2025 Heroes of the Game campaign
Time of India
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Yankees star Aaron Judge shares a playful take on the 2025 Heroes of the Game campaign
Yankees star Aaron Judge shares a playful take on the 2025 Heroes of the Game campaign (Image Source: Getty) Aaron Judge has been making headlines with only a few games into the 2025 MLB season. The Yankees star went on to hit his 10th home run of the ongoing season during a recent face-off with the Baltimore Orioles . Recently, Judge added one more feather to his cap after he was included in the anime-based Heroes of the Game series, which was introduced ahead of the 2025 MLB season's opening day. The New York Yankees ' talented athlete shared a playful reaction to his anime version. Aaron Judge shares a 6-word reaction to his anime version for the 2025 Heroes of the Game campaign The larger-than-life stats of Aaron Judge speak volumes about his phenomenal athletic prowess. He went on to add a feather to his cap after the Yankees star stole the spotlight with respect to his addition to the MLB and Baseball is Something Else campaign. His anime caricature went on to create waves on the internet. Aaron Judge shared a funny reaction to his interesting anime version. MLB's Yankees beat writer, Bryan Hoch, shared the reaction of Judge on X. His post mentioned 'Aaron Judge's reaction when I showed him this: "They got the batting gloves right." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Google Brain Co-Founder Andrew Ng, Recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo The American League's most valuable player, Aaron Judge, went on to divert the attention of the MLB world with his great performance in the recent matches. Despite marking his 10th home run, the Yankees fell flat in front of the Baltimore Orioles at the Camden Yards. Yankees manager Aaron Boone reacted to the defeat and even spoke about Judge's contribution during a post-game press conference. He said- 'I think he's continuing to become a better hitter. And when I say this, I'm not being cute or funny -- honestly, I don't think he's really been that hot yet. He's getting his hits, and I think it's a credit to just how great he is. When he gets really going and starts hitting balls in the seats routinely, buckle up.' Reportedly, Seattle Mariners' Julio Rodriguez and Pittsburgh Pirates' Paul Skenes are also a part of the 2025 Heroes of the Game campaign. Also Read: Yankees Aaron Boone compares Aaron Judge with the Golden State Warriors' legend
