Aaron Judge says rib fracture occurred while diving for a ball
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 9:06 PM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Aaron Judge of the Yankees disclosed that his stress fracture in the right rib resulted from a diving attempt for a baseball in late April. His injury has raised questions regarding his playing status and any potential impacts on the team's performance this season. Further updates on Judge's recovery and return to action are expected as the Yankees continue their schedule.
- •Aaron Judge reported rib injury occurred during a dive in late April.
- •The injury is identified as a stress fracture in the right rib.
- •Yankees are monitoring Judge's recovery process closely.
- •Impact on Judge's playing time could affect team dynamics.
- •Further updates on his condition are anticipated soon.
- 12:39 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees’ Aaron Judge reveals the exact moment he suffered fractured rib
- 9:52 PMESPN — Judge says rib originally fractured on dive in Apr...
"Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge said the stress fracture in his right rib stems from him diving for a ball in late April.
"The slugger confirmed the stress fracture was caused by the impact of a diving play.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 6, 2026, 12:39 AMYankees’ Aaron Judge reveals the exact moment he suffered fractured rib
The slugger confirmed the stress fracture was caused by the impact of a diving play.
- ESPNJun 5, 2026, 9:52 PMJudge says rib originally fractured on dive in Apr...
Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge said the stress fracture in his right rib stems from him diving for a ball in late April.
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