Yankees' Aaron Judge consults specialist amid injury concerns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 8:41 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge is consulting with Dr. Gregory Pearl, a specialist in thoracic outlet syndrome, on imaging results from his right shoulder. Judge was removed from the game on May 31 and has not played since, raising concerns about a potential compressed nerve despite currently only having a bone bruise. Manager Aaron Boone provided no update on Judge following the Yankees' 2-1 victory over the Cleveland Guardians on June 4. The reigning American League MVP has struggled this season, impacting his performance metrics. If placed on the injured list, Judge would join teammates Giancarlo Stanton and Jasson Dominguez who are also sidelined by injuries.
- •Aaron Judge consults with Dr. Gregory Pearl for shoulder evaluation.
- •Judge has not played since May 31 game in West Sacramento.
- •Current stats show a decline in Judge's performance this season.
- •Yankees are competing with the Tampa Bay Rays for first place.
- •Giancarlo Stanton and Jasson Dominguez are also injured.
- 8:41 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees, Aaron Judge consulting with thoracic outlet syndrome specialist
"Dr. Gregory Pearl, the physician who specializes in thoracic outlet syndrome surgery and diagnosis, is reviewing imaging performed on New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge, according to multiple reports. Pearl previously performed TOS surgery on major league pitchers Kyle Nelson,…
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