Aaron Judge reveals he played with fractured rib since late April
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 9:06 PM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Aaron Judge addressed reporters on June 5 regarding a stress fracture in his right rib, sustained on April 27 while diving for a ball. He played 30 games with the injury, which he believes worsened on May 3 after hitting the wall during a catch. The Yankees expect Judge to be sidelined for at least four to six weeks, during which he will be re-evaluated. Despite his struggles at the plate in May, Judge described the injury's impact on his performance and mentioned the need to contribute while other teammates are injured. Spencer Jones was recalled to take Judge's roster spot ahead of the Yankees' series against the Red Sox.
- •Judge sustained the injury diving for a ball against the Rangers.
- •He played through pain, posting a.243 average in May.
- •Judge is expected to miss four to six weeks for recovery.
- •Spencer Jones has been recalled from Triple-A to replace him.
- •Yankees are currently half a game behind the Rays in the AL East.
- 9:06 PMYahoo Sports — Aaron Judge played with fractured rib since April 27, Yankees star tells reporters
"Based on Judge's remarks, he played 30 games with the injury, which was likely aggravated when he hit the wall to make a catch on May 3.
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