Former Fresno State Bulldog Aaron Judge Lands MLB The Show 2026 Cover

The Yankees star's career highlights will be featured on the popular video game's latest edition.

Jan. 28, 2026 at 4:15pm

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Major League Baseball (MLB) star and former Fresno State Bulldog Aaron Judge has been selected to appear on the cover of the new "MLB The Show 2026" video game. The cover will showcase different chapters of Judge's career, including his time playing for the Bulldogs and an upcoming appearance for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic.

Why it matters

Aaron Judge's selection for the MLB The Show 2026 cover is a significant honor that highlights his impressive professional career and his local roots in California's Central Valley. As a former Fresno State standout, his inclusion on the cover will bring additional attention to the university's baseball program.

The details

The new "MLB The Show 2026" cover will feature various images representing different milestones in Aaron Judge's career, including a reference to his days playing for the Fresno State Bulldogs and a nod to his upcoming participation in the World Baseball Classic as part of Team USA. The cover will also highlight Judge's hometown of Linden, California on a map of the state.

  • The game will launch on March 17, 2026, with early access available starting on March 13.
  • Judge is set to play for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic in March 2026.

The players

Aaron Judge

A Major League Baseball star who played for the Fresno State Bulldogs before being drafted by the New York Yankees.

Fresno State Bulldogs

The athletic program of Fresno State University, located in Fresno, California.

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What they’re saying

“Aaron Judge's selection for the MLB The Show 2026 cover is a well-deserved honor that showcases his impressive career and his local roots in the Central Valley.”

— Cristina Lombardo, Reporter

What’s next

The new "MLB The Show 2026" game will be available for early access on March 13, 2026, and will officially launch on March 17, 2026.

The takeaway

Aaron Judge's inclusion on the cover of "MLB The Show 2026" is a testament to his success as a professional baseball player and a source of pride for his alma mater, Fresno State University, as well as the broader Central Valley community.