Aaron Judge struggles with injury and performance in 2026 season

Aaron Judge, currently day-to-day with a bone bruise, has started 2026 with less productivity than previous years, completing 261 plate appearances into his season. Analysts highlight his drop in bat speed and changes in hitting approach as factors affecting his performance. Judge's numbers are below his expected levels, prompting discussions on his ability to recover from injury and performance regression with age. As the season progresses, it remains to be seen if Judge can regain his form as a top hitter.

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