On Tuesday, the New York Yankees lost Game 1 of the AL Wild Card Series to the Boston Red Sox. A significant reason for their loss was the exploits of Red Sox starter Garrett Crochet .

In the end, he threw 6.1 innings and had 11 strikeouts to his name. Additionally, Crochet only allowed four hits. Afterward, Yankees slugger Aaron Judge gave it up to Crochet for his performance and provided him with quite a compliment, per SNY Yankees.

“He's the best pitcher in the game,” Judge said.

During the game, Judge went 2-for-4. In the third inning, Judge struck out swinging while facing Crochet. Additionally, it was Yankees reliever Luke Weaver who couldn't hold on with a 1-0 lead when he came in the 7th inning.

Ultimately, he gave up a two-run single to Red Sox outfield

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