Yankees fans criticize Judge for defending Verdugo

Aaron Judge is facing criticism from Yankees fans after he defended his former teammate, Alex Verdugo. Verdugo is currently a free agent, and Judge expressed sympathy for him amidst his struggles. Judge's support for Verdugo has not been well received. Fans are quick to remind Judge of his own mistakes during the World Series, where he made a costly error. Some believe Judge's comments about Verdugo are out of touch, especially since he is no longer on the Yankees roster. Verdugo's past performance had been average, which complicates his situation in free agency. Judge's empathy seems to have backfired, as frustrated fans are using this moment to criticize him. They argue that Judge should focus on his responsibilities rather than reaching out to a player who is not on the team. As the new season approaches, tensions are high among Yankees fans. They seem to be looking for someone to blame, and Judge has found himself in the crosshairs. The disappointment from last year's World Series loss still lingers, affecting how fans perceive their players and their actions.