On Thursday, the New York Yankees have the day off.
They are in the middle of their worst stretch of the season, losing seven games in a row (and getting swept in back-to-back series against the Detroit Tigers and Boston Red Sox).
One of their biggest issues has been the health of star players.
Aaron Judge has been out of the lineup since May 31.
MLB.com wrote (on July 1): “Manager Aaron Boone said June 30 that the slugger may still be a “couple weeks” away from reimaging. Judge has been performing lower-body exercises and weight room work.”
New York Yankees Dealt Harsh Aaron Judge Reality
GettyAaron Judge #99 of the New York Yankees looks on during the third inning against the Detroit Tigers at Yankee Stadium on June 29, 2026 in New York City.
In a recent interview with Just Baseball Media, ESPN’s Buster Olney spoke about Judge.
Olney: “Here’s the scary part… Aaron Judge is not close to getting back. If you told me that he played next in middle of August or the beginning of September that would not be a surprise.”
Before getting hurt, Judge had been batting .248 with 53 hits, 17 home runs, 38 RBIs, 43 runs and five stolen bases in 59 games.
The three-time MVP is in the middle of a Hall of Fame career.
That said, he is still missing a World Series title.
Social Media Reacts
GettyAaron Judge #99 of the New York Yankees celebrates with teammates after defeating the Chicago White Sox at Yankee Stadium on June 17, 2026 in New York City.
Here’s what people were saying:
@Sal440M: “They’re both gonna end up just being shut down for the rest of the year and there goes any delusional dreams of success in the postseason”
@Realadamkaufman: “This shouldn’t be a surprise lol that fracture has a healing time of 10-12 weeks. BEST CASE was always late August to only start BB activities. Most likely Judge is ready to play beginning or mid September”
@sophiebluejays: “What are you guys going to do when he retires? He’s 34……”
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