NY Yankees HC Aaron Boone delivers disheartening injury update on star Aaron Judge

Aaron Judge has been a cornerstone for the New York Yankees this season. However, despite his efforts, the team’s performance this month hasn’t met expectations as manager Aaron Boone struggles to deploy an optimal lineup.

The Yankees showed signs of revival last weekend by winning their series against the St. Louis Cardinals. However, Boone delivered an unsettling update concerning Judge, announcing the injury that could impact the remainder of his season, a revelation that has ignited widespread discussion.

“I don’t think we’re going to see him back to throwing like he normally does at any point this year… We’re working toward a point where he can throw comfortably and protect himself,” Boone disclosed on WFAN 660, inciting a social media buzz among the Yankee faithful.

Despite those comments in Tuesday morning, the head coach was asked about it ahead of the remainder of the series against the Tampa Bay Rays and revealed that he “maybe overestimated his answer,” and that he is not concerned about a surgery.

While the Yankees have won their last three games against the Cardinals, impending series could be pivotal. They face the Seattle Mariners, who have already fallen to the Philadelphia Phillies, and a crucial matchup against the Boston Red Sox later this week. These encounters against direct Wild Card contenders will greatly influence their postseason aspirations.

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Boone to miss a player in upcoming series

Following the news about Judge, Boone provided additional injury updates, notably concerning Jonathan Loaisiga ahead of Tuesday’s game against the Tampa Bay Rays. “He is experiencing soreness in his right elbow/triceps. He’s been sent for testing,” Boone reported.

While Loaisiga hasn’t been overly critical for the team, any reduction in the main roster’s depth could pose challenges for Boone, who is eager to secure a playoff berth as soon as possible.

Stanton’s role in upcoming Red Sox series

In light of recent roster adjustments, Boone also outlined plans involving Giancarlo Stanton for the upcoming series against the Boston Red Sox. “He will play right field in Tampa tonight, then will sit tomorrow ahead of the Boston series,” Boone revealed to WFAN 660.