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Aaron Judge Reveals Game 1 Goal After New York Yankees Prepare To Be Without Him

NEW YORK — Aaron Judge told ESPN’s Jorge Castillo on Wednesday that he intends to be ready for Game 1 of the AL Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium next Tuesday.

Published: Wednesday, 23 September 2026 at 11:35 PM
Aaron Judge Reveals Game 1 Goal After New York Yankees Prepare To Be Without Him
Key Things to Know
  • Aaron Judge intends to be ready for Game 1 of the AL Wild Card Series next Tuesday.
  • Manager Aaron Boone stated the New York Yankees are currently planning to be without Judge.
  • Judge received an injection on Monday for a right calf strain that ended his regular season.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Aaron Judge told ESPN on Wednesday that he intends to return for Game 1 of the AL Wild Card Series at Yankee Stadium next Tuesday. This comes after New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone stated on Tuesday that the club is planning on not having him available for the series, though he has not entirely ruled him out.

The 34-year-old outfielder was placed on the injured list with a right calf strain suffered on September 16 against the Minnesota Twins. Judge confirmed receiving an injection on Monday and is currently awaiting clearance to resume leg activities ahead of the postseason roster announcement.

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