A new photo of Aaron Judge, Jacoby Ellsbury, and Matt Holliday walking to the batting cage has fans buzzing. Judge towers in the middle, holding his bat like it’s part of a WWE promo. His intense stare makes him look more like an action movie villain than a baseball player. Ellsbury walks just behind him, head down, possibly knowing he’s ahead of Holliday on the depth chart but not looking too confident about it. The interpretation swings between focused and sheepish. His clean look and cutoff sleeves don’t ruin the shot, at least.
Holliday trails, eyes locked on Judge like a proud mentor watching his student take over. He’s not an active player anymore, but his strong, calm presence still adds weight. He gives off the vibe of a coach who could still enter the game if needed. The glove slap, the serious faces, and their silent stride made this photo feel staged for drama. But it’s real. Everyone in the shot looks like they’re about to drop an album or lead a charge. For a simple moment before batting practice, the image carries an odd mix of tension, pride, and swagger.