Yankees struggle in loss to Guardians as Aaron Judge faces injury concerns
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 8:03 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
The New York Yankees lost to the Cleveland Guardians 9-4 on Tuesday night amid ongoing concerns over Aaron Judge's health. Judge is set to see a specialist regarding discomfort in his right shoulder, following a diagnosis of a ribcage bone bruise. The absence of Judge, along with Giancarlo Stanton's injury, poses challenges for the Yankees as they navigate a competitive American League. Cam Schlittler struggled on the mound, marking his shortest start of the season. The Yankees will look to recover in their next game, but the status of Judge remains uncertain.
- •Yankees lost 9-4 to the Guardians on June 2.
- •Aaron Judge to see a specialist for shoulder discomfort.
- •Judge's recent performance shows a.180 batting average in last 16 games.
- •Cam Schlittler allowed four earned runs in 4.1 innings pitched.
- •Giancarlo Stanton remains sidelined with a calf strain.
- 8:03 AMYahoo Sports — How worried should Yankees be about Aaron Judge? Here's what's next
- 8:03 AMYahoo Sports — On a forgettable Tuesday night, Yankees' still waiting on Aaron Judge
"There was no postgame update on Aaron Judge's condition (bone bruise, right ribcage) other than he was examined by Dr. Christopher Ahmad and will see a specialist.
"Late Wednesday, Aaron Judge went for additional imaging as recommended by a specialist. He was diagnosed with an upper ribcage bone bruise.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 8:03 AMHow worried should Yankees be about Aaron Judge? Here's what's next
Late Wednesday, Aaron Judge went for additional imaging as recommended by a specialist. He was diagnosed with an upper ribcage bone bruise.
- Yahoo SportsJun 3, 2026, 8:03 AMOn a forgettable Tuesday night, Yankees' still waiting on Aaron Judge
There was no postgame update on Aaron Judge's condition (bone bruise, right ribcage) other than he was examined by Dr. Christopher Ahmad and will see a specialist.
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