Aaron Judge returns to the New York Yankees lineup against Colorado Rockies

The New York Yankees activated Aaron Judge from the injured list on Monday ahead of their series opener against the Colorado Rockies at Yankee Stadium. Judge has been sidelined since the start of June due to a rib injury, missing approximately 100 days of action. While he has been cleared to play, the team plans to ease him back into the lineup, potentially limiting his playing time to seven innings or less in his return. Manager Aaron Boone indicated that Judge will play right field, though he will not be at 100 percent health for the remainder of the regular season. His return comes as the Yankees look to solidify their position in the division and Wild Card standings with 19 games remaining. Judge is expected to face Rockies rookie pitcher Gabriel Hughes during the contest.

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