New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge will miss the upcoming Wild Card series against the Boston Red Sox, a development confirmed on Tuesday via an announcement on X by the platform Talkin’ Yanks. The exclusion follows concerns that began on September 16, when the slugger was placed on the injured list due to a calf muscle strain. 16, fans feared he may end up missing the first series of the postseason against the Boston Red Sox.
News of his absence has sparked immediate criticism from segments of the fanbase, with some supporters labeling the star as a “porcelain doll” and questioning the value of his contract. Judge is currently in the fourth year of a nine-year, $360 million deal signed in December 2022. Frustrated fans took to social media to vent their disappointment regarding his recurring health issues throughout the season. Reacting, several fans voiced their frustrations regarding Judge’s repeated injury issues.
Despite the backlash, Judge remains optimistic about the team’s postseason prospects. Speaking to MLB.com’s Bryan Hoch on Tuesday, the outfielder expressed full confidence in his teammates, stating, “The boys are going to be fine no matter what.” He maintained that while his offensive production has been missed, the roster still possesses the depth and high-quality talent necessary to succeed against Boston.
The Yankees captain concludes his regular season with a.241 batting average, 18 home runs, and 41 RBIs. The team now turns its attention to the playoff series, aiming to advance without its primary slugger in the lineup.
