Yankees' Aaron Judge out at least 4-6 weeks with stress fracture in rib
Yankees' Aaron Judge stands in the dugout during a game against the Athletics on May 29, 2026 in Sacramento, California. Credit: Getty Images/Ezra Shaw
The Yankees announced on Thursday night that Aaron Judge has been diagnosed with a stress fracture of the first rib on his right side.
The club added that Judge will require a period of rest and limited activity, and will be reimaged in approximately four to six weeks to determine level of healing and appropriate next steps.
The club said in a press release that Judge is expected back "at some point this season."
More Yankees headlines
Rubin: Yankees' best lineup would have Rice at catcher, but is that a good idea?
3m read
Boland: Yankees have talent to survive without Judge
3m read
Jeter, A-Rod and Big Papi to call Yankees-Red Sox game
Lennon: Loss of Judge is crushing to Yankees
3m read
Yanks' Judge out at least 4-6 weeks with stress fracture in rib
