Aaron Judge’s help could prove too late as punchless Yankees lineup threatens to derail season

The lineup isn’t getting any better, and the teams ahead of them and behind them keep winning.

NEW YORK (AP) -- Aaron Judge has been cleared to begin light workout activity, and the New York Yankees captain said he will return this season from the rib injury that's sidelined him since May 31. "Oh, I'll be back this season. I don't know why I wouldn't be," the three-time AL MVP said Wednesday at Yankee Stadium. "

Aaron Judge offers Yankees hope with encouraging recovery update  MARCA

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge was cleared to begin light workouts on Wednesday, which has him eyeing a comeback.

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

Yankees star Aaron Judge cleared for light activity and says he will return from injury this season  Toronto Star

Aaron Judge has been cleared to begin light workout activity, and the New York Yankees captain said he will return this season from the rib injury that’s sidelined him since May 31

Judge has been sidelined with a stress fracture in his rib since late May but was given the green light to begin light rehab work Wednesday.

As of Sunday, Judge didn't even have a timeline to undergo imaging. This gives the Yankees hope that Judge can return to form in time for the postseason.

Things are finally starting to look up for the Yankees and Aaron Judge.

Yankees' Cashman on Judge status: Can't rule out anything  ESPN