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Aaron Judge cleared for light rehab, targets a season return with the Yankees
New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge has been medically cleared to begin light rehabilitation activities after a stress fracture of his right rib. Imaging on Tuesday showed sufficient healing for him to start outdoor running and upper‑body resistance work, which he performed on the field at Yankee Stadium on Wednesday.
Judge, a three‑time American League MVP, said, “I’ll be back this season,” and expressed confidence that his plan to return soon remains unchanged. Manager Aaron Boone praised the progress, noting it is an important step toward full participation, while general manager Brian Cashman described the likelihood of a season‑return as “very high.” No specific timeline was given; Judge must still advance to batting and throwing before rejoining the lineup.
The injury, sustained while diving for a ball in Houston in late May, has kept Judge off the field since May 31. His current line‑up stats are a .248 average with 17 home runs and 38 RBIs in 59 games. The Yankees continue to await his full recovery as they chase a postseason spot.
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Aaron Boone · Aaron Judge · Brian Cashman · Cody Bellinger · New York Yankees · Yankee Stadium
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Manager Aaron Boone said the clearance is an important part of Judge’s progression. www.thebiglead.com · www.nytimes.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Yankees have about 52 days left in the season as of the update. www.nytimes.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Judge has not played in a major‑league game since May 31 because of the injury. www.liderendeportes.com · www.nytimes.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] General manager Brian Cashman said there is a high likelihood Judge will return this season. www.thebiglead.com · www.nytimes.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Aaron Judge suffered a stress fracture in his right first rib. www.thebiglead.com · www.nytimes.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Judge has been cleared to resume light rehab activities, including outdoor running and upper‑body resistance exercises. www.thebiglead.com · www.liderendeportes.com · www.nytimes.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Judge said he expects to be back this season. www.thebiglead.com · www.nytimes.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Outfielder Cody Bellinger is recovering from a hamstring strain and has taken batting practice. www.thebiglead.com · www.nytimes.com