Key facts
- Aaron Judge diagnosed with a stress fracture of his first rib.
- Judge is expected to be out indefinitely.
- He will be re-examined in approximately 4-6 weeks.
- The Yankees expect him to return at some point this season.
The New York Yankees announced that star player Aaron Judge has been diagnosed with a stress fracture of his first rib on his right side. This diagnosis comes after several days of increased pain and further diagnostic imaging. Judge will be sidelined indefinitely and is expected to be re-examined in approximately four to six weeks to assess his progress. Despite the setback, the team anticipates his return at some point during the current season. The injury occurred during a period where Judge had already experienced a slight slump in his performance in May, which may have been related to the underlying issue. The Yankees, currently leading their division, will need to navigate a period without their key player, impacting their title aspirations.