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Aaron Judge is having a good season thus far, with some clutch hits and fantastic defensive plays. But the New York Yankees’ captain has spent the last 9 days resting with a toe injury. There is no timetable for Judge’s return at the moment but fans are remaining hopeful. Most recently, he joined one of his teammates in carrying out a special surprise. 

The Yankees have made a miraculous comeback into the season, with Judge at the center of it. But with his most recent injury, there’s confusion about his return. Despite being away from the action, the Yankees’ captain helped surprise some very special people. 

Aaron Judge helps Oswald Cabrera surprise Little League players

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Aaron Judge is playing some of his best baseball this year. Although it is unclear whether he will match last year’s production with injuries sidelining him. But the Yankees’ captain has an ever-growing fanbase as his immense play and straightforward character earn him supporters. Most recently, he helped teammate Oswald Cabrera surprise some Little League players over FaceTime. Cabrera was spending time with these youngsters when he called Judge who picked up. The young baseball players were shocked and elated at seeing the Yankees’ captain on screen. Talkin’ Baseball shared a video of the moment on Instagram. 

 

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In the caption, they said, “Oswaldo surprised a youth baseball team with a Judge FaceTime”. By picking up a FaceTime call, Judge was able to surprise these young Little League players. They were all shocked to see him. It was a simple gesture that might have been life-changing for the youngsters. 

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Furthermore, Cabrera also appeared to be grateful as his team captain picked up the call. Judge is currently rehabbing from his toe injury and will look to return soon. Earlier this yesr, he fulfilled a young fan’s wish shortly before playing a game. 

Judge played catch with a fan in the crowd

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Aaron Judge is known for interacting with fans and giving them a great experience. This is especially true with young fans. Earlier this year, he fulfilled a young fan’s wish by playing catch with him before a game. Furthermore, the youngster was even wearing Judge’s number 99 jersey, making the moment even more special. Fans around the youngster were left delighted by the Yankees’ captain’s actions. 

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