Why Aaron Judge Is Out of Starting Lineup in Series Opener Against Boston Red Sox

BOSTON — With the Yankees opening a four-game series against the Red Sox on Thursday night, New York’s first trip to Fenway Park this season, it was a bit of a surprise to see Aaron Judge out of the starting lineup.

Yankees manager Aaron Boone revealed a few hours before first pitch that Judge is dealing with some lower body soreness, some normal wear and tear as New York approaches the All-Star break.

“Just the last couple of nights, he’s been dealing with some tightness in his lower half,” Boone said. “Just felt like today was the day that we needed to have him down.”