Aaron Judge Sidelined for AL Wild Card Series Due to Calf Injury
Yankees captain Aaron Judge was left off the team's roster for their AL Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox due to a calf injury.
Peoria Bloomington, IL, September 29, 2026 — The New York Yankees will be without their captain, Aaron Judge, for their upcoming American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox. Judge was officially left off the team’s roster due to a calf injury.
The absence of the team’s prominent leader and slugger marks a significant development as the Yankees prepare for a crucial postseason matchup. Judge, a key offensive force for the Yankees, has been a central figure in the team’s lineup throughout the season.
Details regarding the specific timeline of Judge’s injury or the exact nature of the calf issue were not provided. The duration of his expected recovery is also not publicly available at this time, leaving the team and its fanbase uncertain about his potential return should they advance in the playoffs.
The decision to exclude Judge from the Wild Card roster underscores the severity of his condition and the team’s commitment to player health during the high-stakes postseason. The Yankees organization has not released further statements concerning the player’s medical status beyond the initial announcement.
The Yankees are set to face the Boston Red Sox in the AL Wild Card Series. The specific dates and times for the series games have not been detailed here. The club will now need to adjust its strategy and lineup to accommodate the loss of its captain for this opening round of the playoffs.
Story summarized from the original created by RONALD BLUM, Associated Press on www.centralillinoisproud.com, see more information here.
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