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."
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