Yankees activate Aaron Judge from injured list for series against Colorado Rockies
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Last updated Sep 8, 2026

The New York Yankees activated outfielder Aaron Judge from the injured list on Monday. He is scheduled to return to the lineup Tuesday as the team hosts the Colorado Rockies. Judge has been sidelined since May 31 due to an injury sustained during a diving catch. The Yankees have recorded a 45-39 record during his absence while averaging 4.06 runs per game. Manager Aaron Boone indicated the team will monitor Judge’s workload closely as he returns without a minor-league rehab assignment. The roster spot became available following a Grade 2 hamstring strain for Trent Grisham.
- •Aaron Judge returns to the lineup Tuesday after missing three months with an injury.
- •The Yankees will manage Judge's playing time initially without a minor-league rehab assignment.
- •Trent Grisham was placed on the 15-day injured list with a hamstring strain.
- •New York has 19 regular-season games remaining on their schedule.
- 12:47 AMCBS MLB — Aaron Judge activated from injured list: Biggest questions facing Yankees with three-time MVP back in lineup
"The Yankees have struggled offensively without Judge, but still have a chance to win the AL East
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