Yankees assess Aaron Judge's potential return timeline amid injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 3:50 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
The New York Yankees currently lead the Boston Red Sox by 2.0 games in the American League Wild Card race as they navigate injuries to key players. Aaron Judge has shown signs of healing from his injury, beginning upper body workouts and running. Although no specific timeline has been outlined, a best-case scenario could see him return by early September, particularly for a potential series against the Mets. Manager Aaron Boone indicated Judge's progress would depend on his symptoms and readiness for baseball activities.
- •Yankees lead Red Sox by 2 games for Wild Card spot.
- •Aaron Judge starts upper body workouts and running.
- •Best-case return for Judge could be early September.
- •Manager Boone emphasizes symptom-based progression for Judge.
- •Carlos Rodon could return this week for the Yankees.
- 3:50 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees Mailbag: Possible timelines for Aaron Judge's return
"Let's open up the Yankees Mailbag to talk Aaron Judge, George Lombard Jr., and much more...
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