Aaron Judge, the New York Yankees slugger, still hasn’t touched a baseball bat or thrown a ball in practice. That’s right, he hasn’t resumed baseball activities as he recovers from the rib injury that has sidelined him since way back on June 5.
The Long Wait for the Captain
This isn’t some minor tweak. Judge has been battling a right rib stress fracture, an injury he picked up trying to make a diving catch in late April. We’re talking about a guy who makes incredible plays, but this one came with a hefty price tag, knocking him out of commission for well over a month now. Fans have been holding their breath, waiting for any sign that their star player is on the mend and getting back on the field.
Progress, But Not Enough Yet
The latest update from Judge himself, talking to reporters like Jon Heyman from the New York Post and Bryan Hoch from MLB.com, isn’t exactly a green light. While re-imaging of his injured rib showed “some progress,” he was crystal clear that the rib isn’t “fully healed” yet. That’s the kicker, right? “Some progress” is good, but “not fully healed” means he’s still stuck in limbo. He put it plainly: “We’re still waiting on one more doctor to take a look at it, kind of see how we progress forward the next couple weeks.” He did add a sliver of hope, saying it’s “definitely a positive sign that we’re seeing some healing,” which is something, at least.
What’s Next for Judge
So, where does that leave us? Judge is still optimistic about playing this season. When MLB.com’s Bryan Hoch asked if he’d return, Judge shot back, “Yeah, definitely. I don’t see why I wouldn’t.” That’s the fighter spirit you want to hear! But until that rib gets the all-clear, and another doctor gives their blessing, he’s stuck watching from the sidelines. The next couple of weeks are crucial to see how he progresses.
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