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Young Yankees fan given ball by Blue Jays fan meets hero Judge
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We're going to get you a ball today.' The Blue Jays fan who caught a homer and the young Yankees fan he gave it to share their story / X
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Why this Blue Jays lover caught a home-run ball and gave it to a young Yankees fan
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Why this Blue Jays lover caught a home-run ball and gave it to a young Yankees fan
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The Aaron Judge home run that changed a kid's life - ESPN
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Young Yankees fan meets hero Judge a day after viral home run ball moment
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Aaron Judge meets Blue Jays fan, kid from special moment
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Aaron Judge meets Blue Jays fan, kid from special moment
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Aaron Judge meets young fan Derek Rodriguez after viral home run ball video