Aaron Judge Diagnosed with Rib Stress Fracture; Moved to 60-Day IL
Key Questions
What is Aaron Judge's current injury diagnosis?
Aaron Judge has a rib stress fracture and has been moved to the 60-day IL retroactive to add Bradley Hanner. An MRI showed some healing but no clearance for baseball activities.
When is Aaron Judge expected to return?
Judge is out until at least mid-August, with Jon Heyman predicting a possible September 1 return. The timeline remains uncertain as pain has shifted from sharp to dull according to Boone.
How does Judge's injury affect the Yankees' trade deadline plans?
The injury shifts strategy to prioritize acquiring an impact bat. Reports emphasize that the season hinges on Judge's return, increasing urgency for offensive reinforcements.
What updates have come from specialists on Judge's rib injury?
A specialist agreed with the team doctor's assessment of the fractured rib, confirming the original diagnosis. Judge noted the MRI showed it is 'not fully healed' with some positive signs of recovery.
How has Aaron Boone described Judge's condition recently?
Boone reported that Judge's pain has transitioned from sharp to dull. No new medical updates have emerged beyond the confirmed 60-day IL placement and ongoing monitoring.
Aaron Judge has a rib stress fracture, out until at least mid-August. MRI showed some healing but no clearance for baseball activities. Moved to 60-day IL (retroactive) to add Bradley Hanner. Jon Heyman predicts September 1 return, but timeline uncertain. Boone reported pain shifting from sharp to dull. This shifts trade deadline strategy to prioritize an impact bat. A recent article reiterates the harsh truth that the season hinges on Judge's return, but no new medical updates.