Aaron Judge Returns to Yankees Lineup After Long Injury Absence

The New York Yankees are looking to end a championship drought that has lasted since 2009. As the 2026 regular season reaches its final stages, the team is fighting to secure a strong position for the postseason.

The return of their captain, Aaron Judge, provides a significant boost to their offensive capabilities. Judge was officially reinstated from the 60-day injured list on Monday after recovering from a right rib stress fracture.

His absence, which began on May 31, has been a major point of frustration for the organization and its fans. He is expected to be in the starting lineup for the series opener against the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday.

The team hopes his presence will be the catalyst needed to turn their season around. With the playoffs approaching, the Yankees are counting on his leadership to help them compete for the title.