Yankees' Aaron Judge Does Something He Hasn't Done Since May
The Yankees cleared Aaron Judge to begin swinging off a tee, the first time he's done so since fracturing a rib.
The New York Yankees placed Aaron Judge on the injured list on May 31 due to a stress fracture in his right rib, leaving his return uncertain. However, recent updates reveal Judge is now cleared to commence hitting off a batting tee, marking a significant milestone in his rehabilitation process. Yankees manager Aaron Boone shared his optimism about Judge's progress, stating that it would be beneficial to witness him in action upon their return to the team's facility.
Despite winning the American League MVP award for the past two consecutive years, Judge finds himself facing an unprecedented challenge in reasserting himself as the team's premier hitter, given the urgent need to secure a first-round playoff bye. The Yankees aspire to enter the postseason with their strongest lineup intact, a goal that now hinges on Judge's swift recovery.
Recent performances by the team, including the batting average of .208 by the team and .195 for the Cincinnati Reds, highlight the urgent need for Judge's return. Furthermore, the absence of key outfielders Cody Bellinger and Giancarlo Stanton further underscores the critical nature of Judge's rehabilitation and subsequent comeback.
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