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Three-time MVP Aaron Judge plays catch for first time in rehab from broken rib, return date unclear

Three-time MVP Aaron Judge plays catch for first time in rehab from broken rib, return date unclear

Summary

Aaron Judge, a star player for the New York Yankees, has started playing catch again while recovering from a broken rib. Although he is making progress in his rehab, it is still unclear when he will return to playing in games.

Key Facts

  • Aaron Judge is a three-time Most Valuable Player (MVP) and eight-time All-Star in baseball.
  • He has been out since May 31 due to a broken right rib.
  • Judge began light workouts on August 5 and recently played catch for the first time in his rehab.
  • Yankees manager Aaron Boone said Judge is progressing but did not give a return date.
  • Judge’s batting average this season is .248 with 17 home runs and 38 runs batted in (RBIs).
  • Before his injury, Judge hit just one home run in his last 18 games.
  • The Yankees are hopeful Judge will return this season but are still in the early stages of his recovery.
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