Yankees star Aaron Judge cleared for 'light' physical activity, says he'll be back this season

Judge, the three-time AL MVP, hasn't played since May 31 Aug 5, 2026 at 7:47 pm ET • 1 min read Getty Images The Yankees have been without three-time American League MVP Aaron Judge since May 31 due to a fracture in his ribcage. Firm timetables as to his possible return to the Yankees lineup have been difficult to come by, but Judge reiterated Wednesday that he believes he will return this season and, perhaps more importantly, let reporters know that he's been cleared for "light activity" and to begin running. "I just got the scan yesterday," Judge said (via SNY). "The minute they said, 'Alright, we're going to start running,' I said, 'OK, I'll see you outside."Yankees manager Aaron Boone also told reporters that Judge, in addition to running, can begin upper-body resistance exercises in t