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Yankees' Judge Injury Clouds Postseason Hopes
19 Sep
Summary
- Aaron Judge placed on injured list with calf strain.
- Judge's return eligibility is the final regular season game.
- Team must navigate lineup changes if Judge plays DH.
Aaron Judge's postseason availability is in doubt as the New York Yankees are expected to place him on the injured list Saturday with a calf strain. He will be eligible to return only for the final game of the regular season. Should Judge be healthy enough to swing a bat, he could be utilized as the designated hitter, potentially disrupting the Yankees' established lineup.
This potential shift could impact players like Ben Rice, who has been the designated hitter, and Luis Garcia Jr., currently at first base. Garcia, with strong offensive performance, might shift to second base, a position he has experience in. The Yankees also face decisions regarding Jazz Chisholm Jr., Anthony Volpe, and Ryan McMahon in the infield, depending on Judge's role and Chisholm's own injury status.
