# Aaron Judge Misses Yankees Intros for Treatment

> Aaron Judge skipped Yankees pre-game introductions for treatment after right calf strain.
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## Aaron Judge Absent for Intros
Aaron Judge was noticeably absent when the Yankees took the first-base line for introductions ahead of Tuesday’s Game 1 of the American League Wild Card Series against the Red Sox.
## Manager Says Treatment
Manager Aaron Boone said Judge was receiving treatment after his on-field workout.
## Judge's Injury Details
Judge sustained a moderate right calf strain on Sept. 16 against the Twins and ran in right field before Tuesday’s game.
## Judge Not on Roster
Judge was not included on the Yankees’ 26-man roster for this round despite participating in live batting practice.
## Boone on Return Timeline
Boone said Judge is expected to return to New York for Game 2 and may play in a potential AL Division Series against the Rays.
## Captain's Role
Yankees first baseman Luis García Jr. said Judge remains a presence in the clubhouse despite being inactive for this series.
## Key takeaway

Aaron Judge missed Yankees pre-game introductions for Game 1 due to right calf strain treatment.