On Monday night, the New York Yankees will look to sweep the Baltimore Orioles in the Bronx.
They have taken each of the first three games in the series, most recently winning by a score of 11-3 (on Sunday).
Ahead of Monday’s game, the Yankees announced heartbreaking news.
The Yankees wrote (via X): “The Yankees mourn the loss of legendary broadcaster John Sterling. Our thoughts are with John’s family, friends and loved ones at this time.”
Yankees Star Aaron Judge Reacts To Heartbreaking News
Following the news, Aaron Judge made a post to Instagram.
Judge wrote: “Tough day in New York hearing this news. Thank you John for everything you gave baseball and Yankee fans around the world. The stories you told over the years and the moments you called will live on forever.”
GettyA patch commemorating Jackie Robinson Day is affixed to the cap of Aaron Judge #99 of the New York Yankees as Judge looks on from the dugout during the seventh inning of the game against the Los Angeles Angels at Yankee Stadium on April 15, 2026 in New York City.
Many people left comments on Judge’s post:
Nicky Scarlotta: “Rip to a legend 🐐🐐🙏🏼”
@frankieturn2: “Go win a ring this year for him cap 🫡”
@therealjoehicks: “Man this is tough. Very cool guy. Rip 🙏🏾”
@diehardyanks_: “We are winning it all for him this year❤️”
@melky75: “I grew up to his voice calling the game. My dad always tuned in, on the car radio, at the beach, in our backyard. Baseball has lost one of its voices today. John Sterling will be missed by many.”
@mike_mcshane14: “2026 World Series back to the Bronx for Sterling ⚾️”
Gleyber Torres, Juan Soto, Derek Jeter and Jason Heyward were among the MLB players to like Judge’s post.
Yankees Right Now
GettyAaron Judge #99 of the New York Yankees stands on first base in the game against the Miami Marlins during the home opener at Yankee Stadium on April 03, 2026 in the Bronx borough of New York City. The New York Yankees defeated the Miami Marlins 8-2.
The Yankees are in the middle of an outstanding season where they are the first-place team in the American League East with a 23-11 record in 34 games.
They are 11-5 in the 16 games they have played at home in the Bronx.
After Monday’s series finale with the Orioles, the Yankees will remain at home to host the Texas Rangers on Tuesday night.
New York Yankees Star Aaron Judge Makes Heartfelt Post Before Orioles Game