The New York Yankees could face the start of the MLB postseason without one of their biggest stars. Aaron Judge is dealing with a moderate strain in his right calf and is unlikely to be available for the American League Wild Card Series.
Yankees manager Aaron Boone said the team is preparing for the possibility of playing without its captain, although he did not completely rule out a return if Judge’s recovery progresses quickly. The slugger was placed on the 10-day injured list and recently received a platelet-rich plasma injection as part of his treatment.
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Judge suffered the injury after returning from a lengthy absence caused by a rib fracture. He has appeared in only 66 games during the 2026 regular season, posting a .241 batting average with 18 home runs and 41 RBIs.
Could Judge still return for the playoffs?
The Yankees have not completely closed that door, but Boone acknowledged that the team is currently planning without him.
The MLB Wild Card Series is scheduled to begin September 29, making the coming days crucial for Judge’s recovery.
