MLB Celebrates Star Wars Day with Galactic Comparisons
The Force is strong in the MLB this May 4th, as fans across the league are turning their favorite baseball stars into Star Wars legends.
Judge as Luke? Ohtani as Yoda?
Social media is lighting up with wild and hilarious mashups. Aaron Judge as Luke Skywalker—leading the Yankees with calm power. Shohei Ohtani? Fans are calling him Yoda: wise, powerful, and able to do everything at once. Fernando Tatis Jr. is pulling Han Solo vibes—stylish, unpredictable, and fearless.
Teams Join the Fun
From themed jerseys to hilarious dugout lightsaber battles, some MLB teams are going all-in. The Dodgers posted a video of Mookie Betts swinging a lightsaber bat, while the Padres dropped Yoda-themed warmups.
Baseball Meets the Force
This blend of baseball and pop culture is energizing fans across the nation. It’s proof that even in a galaxy far, far away—baseball still rules.