Yankees recall Spencer Jones as Aaron Judge heads to the IL
5 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 11:50 AM
Last updated Jun 6, 2026
Spencer Jones has returned to the Yankees after being recalled from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on June 5, 2026. This move comes as Aaron Judge was placed on the 10-day injured list due to a stress fracture in his right rib. Jones's previous stint in the majors this season was not productive, batting just.167 in 10 games. However, he has shown promise at Triple-A, hitting.269 with 13 home runs this season. He may receive playing time in the outfield as the Yankees manage multiple injuries, including that of Jasson Dominguez, who is currently on a rehab assignment.
- •Aaron Judge diagnosed with a stress fracture in his right rib.
- •Spencer Jones was previously optioned back to Triple-A on May 21.
- •Jones has 13 home runs and 48 RBI in 43 Triple-A games this season.
- •Jasson Dominguez is on a minor league rehab assignment.
- •Jones expected to play against right-handed pitchers.
- 11:50 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees' Spencer Jones provides new hope after Aaron Judge injury
- 9:43 PMYahoo Sports — Spencer Jones to take injured Aaron Judge’s spot on Yankees' roster
- 7:14 PMYahoo Sports — Aaron Judge Injury Update: Can Spencer Jones Fill The Void For The Yankees?
- 6:53 PMYahoo Sports — What's next for Spencer Jones as power-hitting prospect rejoins Yankees
- 2:45 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees bring Spencer Jones back up to replace Aaron Judge
"NEW YORK — There’s no replacing Aaron Judge. But with the back-to-back MVP going on the injured list with a stress fracture in his first right rib, the Yankees filled his roster spot with another 6-7 outfielder on Friday. That would be Spencer Jones, who was recalled from Triple-A after the pinstripers announced Judge’s devastating diagnosis — it’ll be four to six weeks before he’s even reimaged ...
"New York Yankees right fielder Aaron Judge is set to miss an extended period of time, and the team will turn to Spencer Jones to replace him.
"Spencer Jones returns to the Yankees as Aaron Judge heads to the IL. How long Jones will be in the Bronx remains to be seen.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 6, 2026, 11:50 AMYankees' Spencer Jones provides new hope after Aaron Judge injury
This is more what the Yankees want to see out of Jones.
- Yahoo SportsJun 5, 2026, 9:43 PMSpencer Jones to take injured Aaron Judge’s spot on Yankees' roster
NEW YORK — There’s no replacing Aaron Judge. But with the back-to-back MVP going on the injured list with a stress fracture in his first right rib, the Yankees filled his roster spot with another 6-7 outfielder on Friday. That would be Spencer Jones, who was recalled from Triple-A after the pinstripers announced Judge’s devastating diagnosis — it’ll be four to six weeks before he’s even reimaged ...
- Yahoo SportsJun 5, 2026, 7:14 PMAaron Judge Injury Update: Can Spencer Jones Fill The Void For The Yankees?
New York Yankees right fielder Aaron Judge is set to miss an extended period of time, and the team will turn to Spencer Jones to replace him.
- Yahoo SportsJun 5, 2026, 6:53 PMWhat's next for Spencer Jones as power-hitting prospect rejoins Yankees
Spencer Jones returns to the Yankees as Aaron Judge heads to the IL. How long Jones will be in the Bronx remains to be seen.
- Yahoo SportsJun 5, 2026, 2:45 PMYankees bring Spencer Jones back up to replace Aaron Judge
The strikeout-prone power hitter will try to translate his Triple-A dominance to the majors
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