Judge's Playoff Status Uncertain Amid Calf Injury

Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge's calf injury has created uncertainty about his availability for the upcoming American League Wild Card Series. Manager Aaron Boone revealed on Sept. 22 that he doesn't expect Judge to be part of the series (Sept. 29-Oct. 1), though he didn't completely rule out a potential return. newsbetting.club

Despite Boone's assessment, the three-time MVP told ESPN that his "plan" is to return for the Wild Card Series and disputed Boone's characterization of his injury as "moderate." Judge was placed on the injured list retroactive to Sept. 17 after suffering a right calf strain during his return from a previous rib injury.