Aaron Judge joins Yankees on West Coast road trip for rehab progression

Aaron Judge will travel with the New York Yankees for their upcoming West Coast road trip to continue his recovery from a right rib stress fracture. The slugger has been participating in baseball activities, including throwing and indoor batting practice, though he has not yet faced high-velocity pitching. Manager Aaron Boone indicated the team plans to ramp up Judge’s involvement in pregame routines during the series against the Los Angeles Angels and the San Diego Padres. Judge, sidelined since May 31, has stated a preference to avoid a minor-league rehab assignment as he prepares for a return to the lineup. With four weeks left in the regular season, the Yankees currently remain in a playoff race. Spencer Jones and Heliot Ramos have been filling the outfield spot during his absence.

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