Judge’s Return Timeline Revealed | Fayetteville News

Fayetteville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 6, 2026 · 1m

Aaron Judge is on the cusp of returning this season after a rib injury sidelined him since May 31, now cleared for light workouts including stretching and resistance band drills. A positive scan shows healing progress, paving the way for more physical activity — though hitting remains the toughest hurdle. Judge remains confident he’ll be back this year, balancing urgency with caution as manager Aaron Boone insists he must be fully healed. No return date is set, but with the Yankees struggling offensively and key players injured, Judge’s comeback could be pivotal in their playoff push. Listen…