New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone announced Tuesday that Aaron Judge will not be available for the American League wild‑card series against the Boston Red Sox. Boone said the team is “planning on him not being a part of that” after Judge was placed on the 10‑day injured list on Saturday.
Injury details and treatment
Judge, 34, suffered a moderate strain in his right calf. The Yankees confirmed he received a platelet‑poor plasma (PPP) injection on Monday’s off‑day as part of his treatment plan. The injury follows a rib injury that kept him out for more than three months earlier in the season.
Recent performance
Since returning on Sept. 8, Judge has appeared in 66 games this season, posting a .241 batting average with 18 home runs and 41 RBIs. In his brief post‑injury stretch he went 4‑for‑23 (.174) with one homer, three RBIs and 13 strikeouts.
Team outlook
New York (89‑66) finishes the regular season with a seven‑game homestand, beginning with a split doubleheader against the AL East‑leading Tampa Bay Rays (95‑60). The Yankees will host the Red Sox as the No. 4 seed, while Boston enters as the No. 5 seed.
Judge’s absence is a significant blow to the Yankees’ offensive firepower, but the team remains confident in its depth. Boone emphasized that the roster is prepared to step up and that the organization will continue to manage Judge’s recovery carefully.
What’s next
The best‑of‑three wild‑card series starts next Tuesday. Yankees fans will be watching to see how the lineup adjusts without their captain and how the team’s pitching staff performs against a strong Red Sox lineup.
Judge’s health will be monitored closely, and the Yankees plan to reassess his status after the series. In the meantime, the focus shifts to the remaining healthy players to carry the club through the postseason.
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