Summary
The New York Yankees announced that star player Aaron Judge will not need elbow surgery after concerns over an injury that affected his performance during the season. Despite being injured, Judge returned to play and is expected to join the team in the 2026 season without limitations.
Key Facts
- Aaron Judge, a key player for the New York Yankees, had an elbow injury diagnosed as a flexor tendon strain.
- Judge returned to the lineup on August 5, after a brief time on the injured list.
- He spent a month playing only as a designated hitter before returning to right field in September.
- Opposing teams were more likely to challenge Judge's throwing arm due to the injury.
- Despite initial fears, an MRI showed improvement, and surgery is not needed.
- Judge will focus on rest and rehab but is expected to return without elbow issues by the 2026 season.
- Yankees manager Aaron Boone confirmed the decision during the team's end-of-season press conference.
