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Yankees' Judge Faces Offseason Surgery After Playoff Injury

10/10/2025

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Summary

Story summary

After the Yankees' playoff loss to the Blue Jays, Aaron Judge said he might need offseason elbow surgery.
He suffered a July flexor strain, missed 10 games, and returned as a designated hitter.
Despite arm issues, Judge hit .500 with 7 RBIs in the postseason.
The Yankees face uncertainty about Judge's health and potential surgery, affecting 2026.

History

Historical Context

The New York Yankees' 1977 World Series victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers marked a pivotal moment in baseball, highlighted by Reggie Jackson's three home runs in Game 6. Injuries have historically impacted the team's performance, as seen today with Aaron Judge's potential offseason surgery, raising concerns about the Yankees' competitiveness in future seasons, reminiscent of past challenges faced by the franchise.

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Story summary

After the Yankees' playoff loss to the Blue Jays, Aaron Judge said he might need offseason elbow surgery.
He suffered a July flexor strain, missed 10 games, and returned as a designated hitter.
Despite arm issues, Judge hit .500 with 7 RBIs in the postseason.
The Yankees face uncertainty about Judge's health and potential surgery, affecting 2026.

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