What happened: New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge will start a hitting progression this week as he recovers from a fractured rib. Manager Aaron Boone noted Judge has been doing swing-related activities in the pool and responding well to added upper-body intensity like playing catch. A firm timeline for his return remains undetermined.

Why it matters: The Yankees' offense has struggled significantly during his absence, entering Tuesday with the third-worst OPS and third-fewest runs scored since he went on the injured list. The eventual return of Judge, alongside recovering outfielders Cody Bellinger and Giancarlo Stanton, is critical for New York's run production.

What to watch: Bellinger is slated to play a rehab game with Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Thursday. Judge will continue his physical buildup as the team monitors his daily progress.