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Yankees' Judge injury persists, Rice shines

Overview

Aaron Judge’s right‑rib stress fracture, first identified as a bone bruise in early June, was confirmed as a stress fracture and placed him on the 10‑day injured list. Doctors project a four‑to‑six‑week recovery, with imaging during the All‑Star break showing partial healing but no clearance for play. Judge’s absence has kept the Yankees’ offense among the league’s worst, dropping their record from 36‑23 with him in the lineup to sub‑.500 without him and contributing to a fourth‑worst OPS.

The team has shuffled the outfield, promoting Spencer Jones, José Caballero and Max Schuemann, while relying on speed (three steals in a 2‑1 win over Cleveland) and the breakout of first‑baseman Ben Rice. Rice posted a league‑best .641 slugging percentage and a .304 average in early June, later earning an All‑Star selection and a Home‑Run‑Derby slot. After a mid‑June slump that extended the Yankees to a seven‑game losing streak—exacerbated by food‑poisoning illnesses and bullpen woes—Rice’s go‑ahead two‑run homer on July 3 snapped the skid and sparked a short winning run.

Other injuries have compounded the situation: Giancarlo Stanton (calf strain), Max Fried, Carlos Rodón and catcher Austin Wells remain sidelined. Trade‑deadline speculation has intensified, with the front office exploring outfield and catcher options. By mid‑July, imaging still showed only partial healing, and the club emphasized caution. On August 5, Judge received clearance for light rehabilitation and indicated he expects to return before season’s end, giving New York a potential boost as they chase the AL East lead.

Entities

Aaron Judge · Yankee Stadium · Brian Cashman · Aaron Boone · Cody Bellinger

Claims

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Timeline

  1. 9 days ago

    [SPORTS] 14 sources
    Aaron Judge cleared for light rehab, targets a season return with the Yankees

    Aaron Judge cleared for light rehab after a rib fracture and says he’ll be back this season; Yankees await his full return.

  2. 20 days ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Aaron Judge's Rib Injury Leaves Yankees Short of Power Ahead of Trade Deadline

    Aaron Judge’s rib fracture remains unhealed, leaving the Yankees without their star hitter as the trade deadline nears and the offense struggles.

  3. 29 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    American League shuts out National League 4-0 in 2026 MLB All-Star Game

    The 2026 MLB All-Star Game saw the American League beat the National League 4-0, the first shutout since 2013, with key stars missing due to injuries.

  4. 29 days ago

    [SPORTS] 18 sources
    Aaron Judge's rib injury healing but return date remains uncertain

    Aaron Judge's rib fracture shows partial healing, but doctors haven’t cleared him for baseball; a return could come mid‑season, while the Yankees’ record has slipped without him.

  5. 30 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    MLB All-Star Game in Philadelphia nets over $67 million for city

    The American League beat the National League 4‑0 at the 96th MLB All‑Star Game in Philadelphia, with Cody Bellinger named MVP; the event generated over $67 million for the city, including tax and charitable aid

  6. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 99 sources
    American League defeats National League 4-0 in 2026 MLB All-Star Game

    American League shut out National League 4‑0 in Philadelphia, with Cody Bellinger MVP, marking the first All‑Star shutout since 2013.

  7. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 6 sources
    New York Yankees complete historic three-game sweep of Washington Nationals

    The Yankees rallied late in three straight games, with Ben Rice’s eighth‑inning triple sealing a 5‑3 win and a historic three‑game sweep of the Nationals, their first such comeback series since 1910.

  8. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 10 sources
    Ben Rice’s two‑run triple powers Yankees to comeback win over Nationals

    Ben Rice hit a two‑run triple in the eighth to lift the Yankees to a 5‑3 comeback win, completing a three‑game sweep of the Nationals and extending their streak.

  9. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 10 sources
    New York Yankees detail Aaron Judge rib scan and roster moves

    Yankees GM Brian Cashman says Aaron Judge’s rib fracture will be re‑imaged at the All‑Star break, with a return only if he’s asymptomatic; the team also notes Giancarlo Stanton’s calf issue, catching woes and a

  10. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Ben Rice named All-Star, headed to 2026 Home Run Derby

    Yankees' Ben Rice, a first‑time All‑Star, will appear in the 2026 Home Run Derby after hitting 25 homers this season, including a game‑winning blast in a 5‑1 win over the Rays.

  11. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    New York Yankees end seven-game skid with Ben Rice's go-ahead homer

    Ben Rice hit a go‑ahead two‑run homer in the third inning after a rain delay, giving the New York Yankees a 5‑2 win over the Minnesota Twins and snapping a seven‑game losing streak, their longest since 2023.

  12. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    New York Yankees end seven-game skid with Ben Rice’s go‑ahead homer vs. Twins

    The New York Yankees snapped a seven‑game losing streak with a 5‑2 win over the Minnesota Twins, highlighted by Ben Rice’s go‑ahead two‑run homer and Trent Grisham’s return with a leadoff homer.

  13. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Yankees' seven-game skid prompts captain Aaron Judge to demand more focus

    The Yankees' seven-game losing streak, highlighted by a 6‑2 defeat to Detroit, led injured captain Aaron Judge to publicly urge the team to improve focus and concentration.

  14. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources
    New York Yankees suffer seventh straight loss amid injuries and bullpen woes

    The Yankees fell to a seven‑game losing streak, their worst since 2023, as injuries, a sick clubhouse and a bullpen crisis—including prospect Carlos Lagrange’s IL stint—hamper performance.

  15. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 6 sources
    Yankees' Seven-Game Skid Deepens Amid Injuries and Food‑Poisoning Outbreak

    The Yankees hit a seven‑game losing streak, hampered by injuries to Judge, Stanton, Grisham and McMahon, a food‑poisoning incident affecting multiple players, and managerial criticism.

  16. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Yankees fall to Tigers, extending losing streak to seven games

    The Tigers beat the Yankees 6-2, giving New York its seventh straight loss; Bellinger lamented his slump and Judge remains sidelined with a rib injury.

  17. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    New York Yankees hit by injuries as Judge out and Chazam Jr. hurt, sparking five‑game losing streak

    Injuries to Jazz Chazam Jr. and Aaron Judge have left the Yankees on a five‑game losing streak, with a historic batting slump and fan backlash.

  18. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Yankees' Ben Rice struggles amid offensive slump

    Ben Rice's six‑game slump (2‑for‑23, .174 OPS) coincided with a 4‑1 loss to Boston, prompting Yankees manager Aaron Boone to call for patience as the team awaits key hitters' returns.

  19. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Chicago White Sox End Bronx Losing Streak with Benintendi Pinch‑Hit Grand Slam

    The White Sox beat the Yankees 5‑1 in the Bronx, ending a nine‑game skid after Andrew Benintendi’s pinch‑hit grand slam in the eighth inning.

  20. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Yankees Face White Sox Grand Slam Loss and Fan Backlash Over Spencer Jones Lineup Move

    Andrew Benintendi’s grand slam gave the White Sox a 5‑1 win at Yankee Stadium, ending a nine‑game road skid. Days later, Yankees fans protested the removal of rookie Spencer Jones from the lineup for the June

  21. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    New York Yankees suffer back‑to‑back defeats to White Sox and Reds

    The Yankees lost 5–1 to the White Sox after a Benintendi grand slam and then fell 10–2 to the Reds, exposing offensive and defensive issues.

  22. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 9 sources
    Chicago White Sox beat New York Yankees 5-1 as Benintendi hits grand slam

    The White Sox beat the Yankees 5-1 at Yankee Stadium, highlighted by Andrew Benintendi’s pinch‑hit grand slam; Jazz Chisholm Jr. left with a groin injury and White Sox outfielder Everson Pereira was placed on a

  23. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    New York Yankees face extended absences of Giancarlo Stanton and Aaron Judge

    Giancarlo Stanton’s calf setback delays his return, while Aaron Judge remains on the injured list with a rib stress fracture, leaving the Yankees without their top right‑handed hitters as they lead the AL East.

  24. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    New York Yankees cope with injuries to Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton

    The Yankees are without Aaron Judge (rib fracture) and Giancarlo Stanton (calf strain), turning to Cody Bellinger as they face a close game against the Blue Jays.

  25. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    New York Yankees' Ben Rice steps up as Aaron Judge sidelined

    Ben Rice’s breakout performance and leadership keep the Yankees near the AL East lead as Aaron Judge recovers from a rib fracture.

  26. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 7 sources
    New York Yankees deal with Aaron Judge rib fracture and Austin Wells injury

    Aaron Judge’s rib fracture and catcher Austin Wells’ injury leave the Yankees shorthanded, sparking trade talks for outfielders and a possible catcher swap with the Red Sox.

  27. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 10 sources
    Yankees rally past Red Sox 6-1 on Bellinger and Chisholm homers

    The Yankees beat the Red Sox 6‑1, with Cody Bellinger’s eighth‑inning solo homer and Jazz Chisholm Jr.’s three‑run blast using Aaron Judge’s bat sparking a rally and keeping New York near the AL East lead.

  28. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 11 sources
    Yankees defeat Red Sox 6-1, Bellinger homers amid Aaron Judge injury

    Yankees beat Red Sox 6-1 with Bellinger’s eighth‑inning homer; earlier, Contreras’ two‑run shot gave Red Sox a 5-3 win as Aaron Judge landed on the injured list.

  29. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Boston Red Sox face Yankees in weekend series amid key injuries

    The Red Sox head to the Bronx for a three‑game series versus the Yankees, dealing with roster pressure while New York battles the loss of Aaron Judge to a rib fracture.

  30. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    New York Yankees Adjust Strategy After Aaron Judge Injury

    Aaron Judge’s rib injury sidelines him for two months; the Yankees rely on base‑stealing and Ben Rice’s power, with Rice hitting a home run and leading the team in homers as they adjust their lineup.

  31. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Aaron Judge diagnosed with rib stress fracture, sidelined for several weeks

    Aaron Judge has a stress fracture of his right first rib, likely missing 4‑6 weeks and may be placed on the IL; Yankees consider reinforcements as he recovers.

  32. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 20 sources
    Aaron Judge sidelined by rib stress fracture, Yankees adjust lineup

    Aaron Judge is out for 4‑6 weeks with a stress fracture of his first rib, forcing the Yankees to place him on the IL and recall Spencer Jones while his absence opens the AL MVP race.

  33. 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 7 sources
    Aaron Judge sidelined with rib bone bruise, Yankees await diagnosis

    Aaron Judge sits out three straight games with a right‑rib bone bruise; Yankees seek further imaging and keep his status day‑to‑day.

  34. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Rays hold lead over Yankees as Judge walk-off wins Game 3; Taylor Walls' Yankee Stadium on-base streak ends

    The Rays won the series opener; Aaron Judge’s walk‑off homer gave the Yankees a Game 3 win, while Taylor Walls' 14‑game on‑base streak at Yankee Stadium ended.

  35. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Aaron Judge's walk-off homer gives Yankees a 2-0 win over Rays

    Aaron Judge hit a two‑run walk‑off homer, ending an 11‑game RBI drought and giving the Yankees a 2‑0 win over the Rays, ending a three‑game skid and narrowing the AL East gap.

  36. 3 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    New York Yankees’ game vs Rays postponed by rain as Aaron Judge’s offensive slump draws criticism

    Rain postpones Yankees‑Rays game; makeup set for Sept 22. Judge’s slump continues with no hits and an 11‑game RBI drought, prompting criticism from Paul O’Neill.

Sources

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