Yankees receive positive update on Aaron Judge's injury recovery

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Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Yankees receive positive update on Aaron Judge's injury recovery
Summary

The New York Yankees announced progress in Aaron Judge's recovery from injury. Manager Aaron Boone reported that Judge has been cleared for light activity, which includes outdoor running and upper body resistance exercises. He has been on the injured list since May 31 and last played over two months ago. Judge's return could significantly boost the Yankees' offense as they look to improve their play following an active trade deadline that included acquiring Luis Garcia Jr. and Heliot Ramos. While Judge is making strides, he is not yet cleared for full baseball activities, leaving his return date uncertain.

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  • Judge is cleared for light activity after prolonged injury absence.
  • Last played on May 31, missing over two months of action.
  • Yankees acquired Luis Garcia Jr. and Heliot Ramos at the trade deadline.
  • Full return to baseball activities is still pending.
  • Yankees aim to improve their offense with injured players returning.
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  • 8:37 PMYahoo SportsYankees finally get good news on Aaron Judge amid injury recovery
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Things are finally starting to look up for the Yankees and Aaron Judge.

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