Yankees aim for AL East lead despite Judge's absence
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 9:00 AM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
The New York Yankees have tied for first in the AL East after previously posting a lackluster start. Aaron Judge is sidelined with an injury but remains a presence as Jazz Chisholm Jr. used one of his bats to hit a home run against the Red Sox. Yankees player Austin Wells has been placed on the injured list due to cervical headaches, which he states require time to recover. The Yankees and Rays are currently tied in the standings, with the AL lacking strong competition, potentially benefiting New York during Judge's recovery.
- •Yankees are tied for first in the AL East with the Rays.
- •Aaron Judge is out with an injury but his bat was used by Jazz Chisholm Jr.
- •Austin Wells has been placed on the IL due to cervical headaches.
- •The AL is perceived as weak this season.
- 9:00 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees news: Bombers look to take advantage of weak AL with Judge out
"Yankees can still gain ground with Judge out; Jazz uses Judge’s bat to homer; Wells explains IL issues.
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