Aaron Judge found himself at the center of attention during the New York Yankees’ series opener against the Toronto Blue Jays, after a controversial throw in right field involving Jazz Chisholm Jr. Instead of firing home on a two-run single, Judge cut his throw short. The play left many questioning his decision-making.

Judge was blunt when asked about it. “Just dropped the ball in. Throw it into the cutoff man. It’s a two-run single. What do you mean?” he said, making clear he viewed it as routine. His calm explanation contrasted with the loud criticism circulating online and in the Bronx stands.

The Yankees outfielder pushed back on doubts about his arm. “I wouldn’t be in the outfield if I wasn’t able to make that throw,” Judge said. He then added, “My first thought was to get it into J

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