Yankees fear Aaron Judge may miss rest of season amid injury update
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 1:19 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
The New York Yankees face challenges as they prepare for the playoffs while hoping for the return of Aaron Judge. Judge, who last played on May 31 due to a right rib stress fracture suffered in April, has not been confirmed to return. Brian Cashman, Yankees GM, expressed cautious optimism about Judge's potential comeback but acknowledged that no guarantees can be made at this time. The Yankees made significant acquisitions during the trade deadline, adding Luis Garcia Jr. and another outfielder in anticipation of Judge’s absence. Fans have expressed concern that Judge's injury could alter the Yankees' chances this season.
- •Aaron Judge has not played since May 31 due to injury.
- •Brian Cashman expresses cautious hope for Judge's return.
- •Yankees acquired players amid concerns over Judge's status.
- •Fans question the management's handling of Judge's injury.
- •Team competes with the Tampa Bay Rays and Boston Red Sox.
- 1:19 AMYahoo Sports — Concern mounts that Aaron Judge is done for the year after Yankees share worrying message
"The New York Yankees had an extremely busy trade deadline as the franchise gears up to chase down the Tampa Bay Rays for the AL East title as the home stretch of the MLB season approaches. New York acquired slugger Luis Garcia Jr. from the Washington Nationals and outfielder from the San Francisco Giants. The…
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