Aaron Judge joins 60‑day IL as Yankees manager Boone offers optimism

Aaron Judge has been sidelined since May 31 due to a fractured rib and was moved to the 60‑day injured list. In 59 games he posted a.

248 batting average, but his recovery is taking longer than the initially projected four‑to‑six weeks. Yankees manager Aaron Boone sees the setback as a tactical opening, planning to give younger players increased roles.

Fans await Judge’s return, while Boone’s strategic adjustments keep the conversation alive.