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

Dothan, AL, September 29, 2026 —

New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge has been officially ruled out of the team’s American League Wild Card Series matchup against the Boston Red Sox. The decision comes as a result of a calf injury that has prevented the outfielder from participating.

The absence of Judge, a key offensive and leadership figure for the Yankees, marks a significant development as the team prepares for the high-stakes postseason series. The specific details regarding the severity of the calf injury or the timeline for his potential return beyond the Wild Card Series were not immediately provided.

Judge’s performance throughout the regular season has been a central narrative for the Yankees. His role as captain underscores his importance to the team’s strategy and morale heading into the playoffs. The team will now need to adjust its lineup and approach without its prominent star for the crucial opening round of the American League playoffs.

The American League Wild Card Series is scheduled to commence shortly, with the Yankees set to face their historic rivals, the Boston Red Sox. The full roster announcement, which omits Judge due to his injury, has been confirmed by team officials. Further updates on player availability for subsequent rounds, should the Yankees advance, are expected to be released as the series progresses.

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

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