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Aaron Judge nears return after rib injury, Yankees say

9/8/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Aaron Boone said Aaron Judge is near return after his rib injury.
Judge took live batting practice Monday, his first exposure to live pitching since May 31.
He will face live pitching again Monday before possible activation for Tuesday’s series opener versus Colorado.
Judge prefers a major-league return and rejects a minor-league rehab assignment.

History

Historical Context

In 1998 the New York Yankees, anchored by the Core Four and pitcher Andy Pettitte, posted a franchise-record 114 regular-season wins and captured the World Series, showing how swift reintegration of a returning star can sustain momentum. The team’s leadership now urges Aaron Judge to skip a minor-league rehab, echoing that 1998 precedent.

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Story summary

Aaron Boone said Aaron Judge is near return after his rib injury.
Judge took live batting practice Monday, his first exposure to live pitching since May 31.
He will face live pitching again Monday before possible activation for Tuesday’s series opener versus Colorado.
Judge prefers a major-league return and rejects a minor-league rehab assignment.

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