Yankees Leave Judge Off Wild Card Roster, Add Stanton

The New York Yankees left Aaron Judge off their 26-player roster for the American League Wild Card Series against the Boston Red Sox, while adding Giancarlo Stanton, who had not played for the team since April 24. The best-of-three series was scheduled to open Tuesday, September 29, at Yankee Stadium. The supplied reports do not provide a Game 1 result. Judge was unavailable for the Wild Card round while dealing with a right calf strain, according to the roster reports. His omission means New York will begin the postseason series without its captain, but it does not establish whether he could return in a later round. The Yankees could make roster changes if they advance, and Judge’s availability would depend on his health. Stanton’s inclusion marks a potential return after a lengthy absence. He was on the roster after missing action for New York since its April 24 game, but being listed does not confirm that he would start or appear in Game 1. Trent Grisham also made the roster after an injury absence, according to the reports. The Yankees’ 26-player group was reported as including 10 pitchers and 16 position players.