Aaron Judge thought not making the postseason felt bad. Then the Yankees used the fuel from that dreaded 2023 season to reach the World Series in 2024, only to fall short to the Dodgers.

Aaron Judge knew these questions were coming. The New York Yankees captain took a break from batting practice, outfield drills, and signing autographs to address the media for the first time since making his way to Tampa for spring training.

Judge and Soto were a dynamic partnership for the Yankees last season. The duo combined for 99 home runs and 253 RBIs while making a run to the World Series during their lone season as teammates. With Soto swapping the Bronx for Queens, Judge made clear he harbors no ill will for the 26-year-old.