What happened: The Yankees said Aaron Judge underwent a re-imaging procedure on his fractured rib Wednesday, with results showing some healing but not enough for him to resume baseball activities. A consult with a specialist is planned to determine what exercises and activities Judge can progress to next. Judge has said he is feeling better as he nears two months since his last game.
Why it matters: The captain has been out since the end of May, and New York has gone 18-29 without him after starting the year hot. The Yankees swept a series over the Nationals to close the first half but have looked shaky on offense in his absence, raising the stakes on his timeline ahead of the Aug. 3 trade deadline.
By the numbers: Judge had 17 home runs and a .907 OPS in 59 games before the injury, numbers that still earned him his eighth career All-Star selection. The Yankees are 18-29 in the 47 games he has missed this season.
What to watch: Judge is set to consult with a specialist on next steps before any return to baseball activities, with the Yankees weighing whether the update shifts their approach to the trade deadline.