Yankees’ Aaron Judge ‘could’ return sometime in September, if things go as planned

May 30, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; New York Yankees right fielder Aaron Judge (99) during batting practice before the start of the game against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images The New York Yankees offense without Aaron Judge has not been a fun one to watch in recent months. Judge, who hasn't played in a game since May 31, finds himself in a position to potentially come back over the next month or so. Right now, he hasn't had a rehab assignment, and it's still unclear whether he'll return. There's hope the Yankees will get him back at some point, but again, there's no guarantee either way. Recently, looking at what could happen, an SNY reporter suggested that Judge, unless he deals with a setback, could return sometime in mid