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Here's why Judge wasn't on the field for intros before Game 1

New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge missed the team intro lineup prior to the opening postseason game against the Boston Red Sox because he was undergoing medical therapy. Manager Aaron Boone explained that the outfielder was working through his recovery routine after sustaining a right calf strain earlier in the month.

Although omitted from the 26-man roster for this opening round, Judge recently completed live batting practice and ran on the outfield grass for the first time since his injury. Boone noted that Judge traveled for live batting practice sessions against pitchers like Luis Gil and Eli Morgan, with a potential return to the active roster being evaluated for subsequent rounds.

Teammate Luis García Jr. praised the star for remaining deeply engaged with meetings and batting practice despite his inactive status.

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