BREAKING NEWS: new York Yankees captain Aaron judge reason very happy missing...

BREAKING NEWS: new York Yankees captain Aaron judge reason very happy missing…

New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge skipped the BBWAA awards dinner Jan. 25, but he had a good excuse. He also had a really good stand-in. Judge could not make the trip to New York City for the ceremony because he and his wife are expecting their first child “any day.”

Instead, Judge sent actor, comedian and Bronx native Tracy Morgan to stand in for him and collect the trophy for his 2024 American League MVP award.

“I’m truly humbled to be accepting the 2024 MVP award. I want to start by apologizing for missing the award there this evening. However, my wife, Samantha, and I are expecting our first child any day, and unfortunately, could not make it. With that being said, I’m grateful for the understanding and support of the Baseball Writers’ Association and all of you attending tonight,” Judge said. “I want to thank God for surrounding me with you amazing people who have supported me every step of the way to my coaches, teammates

trainers, and the entire Yankees organization. I’m honored to share this award with each and every one of you. Your support, encouragement and hard work. That meant the world to me. Through spring training, 162-game seasons and the postseason, you experience incredible highs and lows together. And I’m honored that I was able to be surrounded by all of you in the process.

To my family, I love you all so much. You continue to motivate and push me to be my best day in and day out,” Judge continued. “And to the fans, your energy and passion fuel me every day. Your support is always driving me to be the best version of myself. And it’s a privilege to be representing the greatest city in the world.”

Judge revealed earlier in January that he and his wife were expecting a baby girl.