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Yankees' Aaron Judge shows progress in recovery from rib injury

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 11:35 PM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Yankees' Aaron Judge shows progress in recovery from rib injury

Summary

Aaron Judge was seen running and stretching at Yankee Stadium on Wednesday, indicating progress in his recovery from a stress fracture in his right rib. The Yankees captain has been sidelined since June 2 and has missed 56 games. Recent MRI results showed enough healing to allow for outside running, but he is still not cleared for hitting or throwing. Judge has expressed confidence in his return later this season, although a full recovery timeline remains uncertain. Another MRI is scheduled for this month to assess his healing further.

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By the Numbers

•Judge has missed 56 games due to a fractured rib.
•He has begun running as part of his rehab activities.
•No timetable has been set for his return to gameplay.
•Another MRI is scheduled to evaluate his ongoing recovery.
•Yankees have 47 games left in the regular season.

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What they're saying

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New York Yankees superstar Aaron Judge hasn’t played since all the way back on May 31 due to a stress fracture in his right first rib.Since he was sidelined due to the injury, speculation has run rampant. Some believe that Judge is due to return in the next couple of weeks. Others are expecting him […] The post Sports Doctor Reveals Brutal Injury News for Yankees’ Aaron Judge appeared first on HEAVY.
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