Aaron Judge sidelined for Yankees' final regular season game with calf strain
The three-time American League MVP has been placed on the 10-day injured list, ending his brief return to the lineup just days after recovering from a rib stress fracture.
The New York Yankees have confirmed that star outfielder Aaron Judge will miss the remainder of the regular season due to a right calf strain. The club announced on Friday that Judge is being placed on the 10-day injured list, a roster move that effectively concludes his availability for the current campaign.
Under Major League Baseball rules, the placement is backdated to Thursday, the day following Judge’s last on-field appearance. This administrative timing dictates that the three-time American League MVP will not be eligible to return until 27 September, which coincides with the Yankees’ final game of the regular season.
The injury marks a significant setback for Judge, who had only recently returned to the lineup. He came off the injured list just 10 days prior to this announcement, having missed approximately three months earlier in the year with a stress fracture in his ribs.
The brief return to active duty was cut short by the new calf issue, adding another layer of physical uncertainty to a season already disrupted by his earlier absence. The Yankees’ decision to backdate the move ensures the eligibility timeline aligns with the conclusion of the regular season schedule.
While the club’s announcement provides a clear framework for Judge’s absence, the specific return date remains contingent on the backdating of the roster move. The Yankees have indicated that further details regarding his recovery and potential activation may be provided as the situation develops.
For the Yankees, the absence of their marquee hitter in their final regular season fixture represents a notable strategic consideration as they look to secure their position in the standings.
