New York, NY — Netflix has just dropped The Clubhouse: A Year with the Yankees, a raw, behind-the-scenes documentary series chronicling the highs, lows, and locker room dynamics of one of baseball’s most iconic franchises—and front and center is Yankees captain Aaron Judge.

Known for his calm leadership, powerhouse bat, and stoic demeanor on the field, Judge surprises viewers by revealing a passionate, outspoken side in the new series. One that’s unafraid to speak out against discrimination and push for a more inclusive clubhouse culture.

Early episodes of the series spotlight several moments where Judge steps up—not just as a team leader, but as a moral compass. In one key scene, he halts a team meeting after overhearing a disrespectful joke, calmly saying, “We don’t do that here. This team is a family, and we treat each other like it.”

That moment, along with other scenes showing Judge supporting LGBTQ+ initiatives, speaking with young fans of color, and mentoring rookie international players adjusting to life in the U.S., has struck a chord with audiences. On social media, clips of Judge’s statements are being shared with hashtags like #CaptainWithCharacter and #JudgeForAll.

“Watching Aaron Judge take a stand like that made me even prouder to be a Yankees fan,” one viewer posted. Another wrote, “Forget the home runs—Judge’s leadership off the field is what really hits.”

Critics are also praising the documentary for lifting the curtain on MLB locker room culture and showing that players can be role models in more ways than one. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst called Judge’s presence “commanding, authentic, and exactly what this generation of baseball needs.”

Whether The Clubhouse: A Year with the Yankees gets renewed for a second season remains to be seen, but fans are already asking for more episodes—and more moments of Aaron Judge leading with both strength and compassion.

One thing’s certain: the Yankees have a captain who’s not just playing to win, but playing for what’s right.