Yankees place Aaron Judge on 60-day IL as recovery continues
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 2:37 AM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
The New York Yankees have moved captain Aaron Judge to the 60-day Injured List due to a fractured rib. This decision allows the team roster flexibility as Judge won't return before 60 days. He has been sidelined since May 31 and requires another scan before resuming baseball activities. Yankees manager Aaron Boone reported positive healing, but Judge remains unable to participate in any activities.
- •Aaron Judge placed on 60-day IL on July 18.
- •Judge has been out since May 31.
- •Next scan required before ramping up activities.
- •Yankees seek roster flexibility during Judge's absence.
- •Healing progressing, but no activity yet.
- 2:37 AMYahoo Sports — Why Yankees moved Aaron Judge to 60-day IL, and what it means for his return timeline
"New York is trying to keep things in order right now.
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