Aaron Judge’s Struggles Traced to Rib Bone Bruise and Shoulder Soreness
The New York Yankees have opened the 2026 MLB season with a 36-23 record and a strong run differential. Yet two‑time AL MVP Aaron Judge is not performing at his usual level.
Manager Aaron Boone revealed that Judge is dealing with shoulder soreness caused by a bone bruise in his right ribs. While his home run and extra‑base hit totals remain solid, his overall efficiency has slipped.
The club’s medical staff says the recovery timeline is still uncertain.
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