Aaron Judge Set to Return to Yankees Lineup Tomorrow
BREAKING: New York Yankees superstar Aaron Judge is confirmed to return to the lineup on August 1, 2023, after being sidelined since July 25 due to a flexor strain in his right elbow. Manager Aaron Boone announced the news following the Yankees’ 8-5 loss to the Texas Rangers in 10 innings on Monday night.
This return comes at a critical time as the Yankees are on a four-game losing streak, including a recent sweep by Miami. Judge’s presence is expected to provide a much-needed boost to a team that currently sits in third place in the AL East, trailing behind Toronto and Boston with just 49 games left in the regular season.
Judge, a two-time AL MVP, has been hitting off minor league pitchers at the Yankees’ complex in Tampa, Florida, for the past two days. He was seen in the dugout during the opening game of the Yankees’ three-game series against the Rangers, signaling his imminent return. Boone indicated that Judge will serve as the designated hitter upon his return and will participate in catch activities while in Texas, which could pave the way for him to return to the outfield soon.
Boone expressed optimism about Judge’s recovery, stating,
“I’m hoping that Judgie’s clean and is playing catch either [Tuesday] or the next day, and we’ll start to get an idea about a timeline for that.”
As Judge rejoins the lineup, he boasts an impressive .342 batting average, leading the majors. He is currently ranked fourth in home runs with 37 and fifth in RBIs with 85. His absence has been felt deeply, and the Yankees have relied heavily on Giancarlo Stanton, who has been the starting DH for all of his 32 games this season after missing the first 70 games of the season due to elbow inflammation.
Boone emphasized the significance of Judge’s return, saying,
“Yeah, he’s Aaron Judge. We know what he means to our lineup and to the guys in the room.”
The Yankees are eager to turn their season around with Judge back in action.
Fans and analysts alike are watching closely as Judge’s return could dramatically impact the Yankees’ playoff hopes. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story as the Yankees prepare for a crucial series against the Rangers.
