Aaron Judge sidelined by rib injury, Yankees expect return this summer
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 4:45 PM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Aaron Judge has been placed on the injured list with a stress fracture in his upper right rib, expected to miss 4-6 weeks. His injury follows weeks of discomfort and worsened symptoms, prompting further tests. Despite this setback, the Yankees are optimistic about his return, likely in late July or August, as they currently lead the American League East. Manager Aaron Boone indicated the team will adapt to his absence, and several players, including Jasson Dominguez and Spencer Jones, are options to fill in. Judge's absence is significant for the Yankees as he remains a key offensive player despite not having his usual season so far.
- •Judge has a stress fracture in his rib and will rest for 4-6 weeks.
- •He was hitting.248 with 17 home runs prior to the injury.
- •The Yankees are currently 37-25 and lead the AL East.
- •Spencer Jones and Jasson Dominguez are candidates to fill in for Judge.
- •The injury raises questions about Judge's AL MVP candidacy.
- 4:45 PMYahoo Sports — What does Aaron Judge's injury mean for the Yankees and his AL MVP chances?
- 3:44 PMCBS MLB — When will Aaron Judge be back? How can Yankees replace him? Answering five big questions about his injury
"Judge is on the injured list due to a stress fracture in his rib and is expected to rejoin the Yankees later this summer.
"Judge, the Yankees captain, has a stress fracture in a rib -- and we might not see him again until August
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External links- CBS MLBJun 5, 2026, 3:44 PMWhen will Aaron Judge be back? How can Yankees replace him? Answering five big questions about his injury
Judge, the Yankees captain, has a stress fracture in a rib -- and we might not see him again until August
- Yahoo SportsJun 5, 2026, 4:45 PMWhat does Aaron Judge's injury mean for the Yankees and his AL MVP chances?
Judge is on the injured list due to a stress fracture in his rib and is expected to rejoin the Yankees later this summer.
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