Aaron Judge Confirms Plans to Return This Season Amid Injury Recovery

Aaron Judge, the New York Yankees slugger and reigning American League MVP, last played on May 31 before being sidelined due to a rib injury.

He was diagnosed with a stress fracture in the first rib on his right side, with indications that he first experienced pain in late April. During a recent media session, Judge reassured fans by stating that it was always his intention to return this season, and Yankees manager Aaron Boone expressed confidence in Judge's potential comeback.

Judge has been cleared for light baseball activities, which includes outdoor running and upper body resistance training. As the Yankees aim for a playoff spot, his return would significantly enhance the team's prospects.