Get ready for some exciting baseball action, folks! The mighty Aaron Judge, a true Yankees legend, is back and raring to go!
On February 15th, Yankees manager Aaron Boone confirmed that Judge will be a full participant in the team's upcoming full-squad workouts, starting Monday. This is huge news for baseball fans and the Yankees organization alike.
But here's where it gets controversial... Judge has been dealing with a flexor strain in his right elbow since the latter half of the 2025 season. Despite this injury, he still managed to lead the majors with an impressive .331 batting average, smashing 53 home runs, and racking up 114 RBIs. He even won his third American League MVP award! Talk about a true champion.
Manager Boone believes that Judge's brief hiatus from throwing has actually benefited him. "He's throwing the ball really well right now," Boone said. The plan is for Judge to play in four or five of the team's first nine spring-training games before joining Team USA for the World Baseball Classic on March 1st.
Last season, the injury limited Judge to just 95 games in right field. He spent time on the injured list in July and even served as the designated hitter for 56 games. But Judge, the warrior that he is, returned to the outfield late in the regular season, showcasing his determination and resilience.
At 34 years old (he turns 34 in April), Judge is a seven-time All-Star and a career .294 hitter. In his 1,145 games, he has accumulated an impressive 368 home runs and 830 RBIs since joining the Yankees in 2016.
So, baseball fans, are you excited to see Judge back in action? Will he continue his dominant performance this season? And what impact will his presence have on the Yankees' chances in the World Baseball Classic? Let's discuss in the comments!
