Judge Sits Again With Right Calf Strain in Wild Card Sweep
Aaron Judge was held out of both Wild Card games against Boston as he nurses a right calf strain, forcing the Yankees into a 16-position-player roster.
Aaron Judge did not play in Game 2 of the 2025 Wild Card Series against the Red Sox, sidelined by a right calf strain. His absence prompted the Yankees to carry 16 position players and only 10 pitchers for the series. Despite playing without Judge, New York swept Boston with a 9-2 win in Game 2. The severity and timeline of the calf strain remain a concern heading into the next round.
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Aaron Judge calf injury puts Wild Card Series availability in question
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Aaron Judge calf injury puts Wild Card Series availability in question
Aaron Judge is dealing with a calf injury ahead of the Yankees' Wild Card Series vs. the Red Sox, per MLB.com, with his availability still uncertain.