Jasson Dominguez, once a highly touted 20-year-old prospect, delivered on his long-anticipated promise Friday night by achieving a historic feat for the New York Yankees. In a dominant 10-2 victory, Dominguez hit three home runs, becoming the youngest player in Yankees history to do so in a single game.
His performance not only impressed fans and teammates but also etched his name into the storied franchise’s record books, surpassing the legendary Joe DiMaggio’s record set in 1937.
Dominguez Shatters DiMaggio’s Record with Historic Three-Homer Game and Grand Slam Performance
Dominguez’s milestone evening was capped with a grand slam in the eighth inning, making it a total of seven RBIs for the game. His performance was emotionally overwhelming, as he admitted to being in disbelief after hitting the third homer. At just 22 years and 91 days old, Dominguez surpassed DiMaggio’s previous age record by 109 days. The display of power and precision across his at-bats made the night unforgettable for fans and teammates alike.
Jasson Dominguez (MLB)Teammate Aaron Judge, who has achieved a similar feat in his own career, praised Dominguez’s work ethic and growth, noting the dedication Dominguez showed in spring training and behind the scenes.
Yankees manager Aaron Boone echoed the sentiment, calling the at-bats “really, really quality” and highlighting the impressive nature of the left- and right-handed homers. Their support reflects the high expectations the organization has for Dominguez moving forward.
Dominguez Breaks Through with Historic Three-Homer Game, Marking New Chapter in Career
Dominguez entered the 2025 season as the Yankees’ top prospect but had not yet broken through at the big league level, managing only two home runs on the year before Friday’s game. His performance against multiple pitchers, with home runs from both sides of the plate, showed a well-rounded and potent skill set.
His journey through the minors and earlier MLB struggles made this breakthrough performance all the more significant for both Dominguez and the Yankees organization.
The three-homer performance, including a grand slam, marks only the seventh such occurrence in Yankees history. Dominguez joined a select group of players who have accomplished the feat this season, alongside names like Aaron Judge and Jose Ramirez.
With teammates and coaches hopeful this game will be a launching point, Dominguez’s talent is no longer just potential—it’s now part of baseball history. The Yankees and the league will be watching closely to see if this marks the beginning of his rise to stardom.
