Aaron Judge back on IL, playoff availability in doubt
The Yankees star slugger has been shut down again with a calf injury just days before the postseason begins, casting serious doubt on his availability.
Aaron Judge has been placed back on the injured list with a calf injury after returning for only seven games following a three-month absence. The Yankees are shutting him down again right before the postseason, making his playoff status uncertain. Judge is one of the most impactful players in baseball, and his absence would be a significant blow to New York's championship chances. No specific return timeline has been confirmed.
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Aaron Judge placed on injured list with right calf strain
MLB.com's Bryan Hoch reports Judge has been placed on the IL with a right calf strain, leaving the Yankees without their offensive centerpiece during the playoff push.
Judge Exits Early With Lower Leg Tightness, Yankees Monitoring
Yankees slugger Aaron Judge left a 13-inning loss to Minnesota with lower leg tightness, and the team is taking a wait-and-see approach.
Aaron Judge exits Yankees-Twins game early with lower leg tightness
Judge left Wednesday's 13-inning loss to Minnesota with lower leg tightness; MLB.com reports the Yankees will monitor his recovery, with availability for upcoming games uncertain.
Aaron Judge exits Yankees-Twins game early with lower leg tightness
Aaron Judge left a Yankees-Twins game early with lower leg tightness; per MLB.com, New York will monitor his recovery, with his availability unconfirmed.
Aaron Judge exits game with lower leg tightness, timeline unclear
The Yankees slugger departed Wednesday's game after going 0-for-2, raising concern during a tight AL East race.
Clarke Schmidt Activated by Yankees After 14-Month Absence
The Yankees right-hander returned from a lengthy injury absence and made his first MLB appearance in over 14 months.