Aaron Judge Sidelined for Yankees’ AL Wild Card Series Due to Calf Injury

Albany Schenectady Troy, NY, September 29, 2026 —

New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge has been ruled out of the team’s American League Wild Card Series matchup against the Boston Red Sox. The exclusion is due to a calf injury that has prevented the outfielder from participating. The Yankees organization confirmed Judge’s absence from the roster for the critical postseason series.

Judge, a prominent figure for the Yankees, sustained the injury that led to his current unavailability. The exact date the injury occurred or the specific timeline for his recovery was not provided in the team’s announcement. His absence represents a significant blow to the Yankees’ lineup as they begin their pursuit of a World Series title in the American League Wild Card Series.

The AL Wild Card Series is scheduled to commence on [Date not provided in summary]. The series will feature the New York Yankees facing off against their historic rivals, the Boston Red Sox. This playoff series marks a high-stakes beginning to the postseason for both teams. The full roster for the Yankees’ AL Wild Card Series, excluding Judge, has been submitted. Further details regarding the extent of Judge’s injury and potential return for subsequent playoff rounds, should the Yankees advance, were not immediately available.

Story summarized from the original created by RONALD BLUM, Associated Press on www.news10.com, see more information here.

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