Summary
The New York Yankees received a positive update on Aaron Judge's elbow injury. Judge is expected to play at full strength, which could improve the team's defense in the upcoming season.
Key Facts
- The Yankees re-signed Cody Bellinger in the offseason but made few other changes.
- Aaron Judge dealt with an elbow injury last season but did not need surgery.
- Judge was limited to designated hitter duties last season due to his injury.
- MLB insider Jon Heyman reported that Judge's elbow is doing well.
- Judge is expected to play in the World Baseball Classic during spring training.
- A healthy Judge can improve the Yankees' outfield defense.
- Giancarlo Stanton will likely continue as a designated hitter with Judge back at full strength.
