Aaron Boone Claims Aaron Judge Could Return in Time for Red Sox Series in London
By Zack Jiang
The Yankees have continued to fight this season, despite a plethora of injuries plaguing the roster. They currently lead the AL East at 38-21 and continue to get reinforcements as their players get healthy. They could soon also have one of their best offensive weapons back to further bolster their lineup.
Manager Aaron Boone recently revealed that power hitter Aaron Judge could return in time for the team's trip across the pond when they clash with the Red Sox in London.
It is possible that Aaron Judge could return in time for the London series, Aaron Boone said. ??
— Bryan Hoch (@BryanHoch) June 5, 2019
Game 1 of the Red Sox and Yankees series in London is scheduled for June 29. If Judge returns during the series, it'll be just over two months since he landed on the IL on April 21 with a left oblique strain. This is the first significant timetable for Judge's return.
Before the 27-year-old slugger was injured, he was putting together another solid season with 5 home runs and 11 RBI in 20 games. He has been ramping up his rehab of late and has been seen practicing on the field as he nears his return.
Today in Aaron Judge watch: the outfielder gets in some outfield work, taking some fly balls and grounders, and throwing to second, third and home. pic.twitter.com/4hlanGv5d4
— Coley Harvey (@ColeyHarvey) May 30, 2019
While the Yankees have been playing well in Judge's absence, they're definitely a better team with the two-time All Star in their lineup. Once the team is fully healthy and at full power, they'll truly be one of the scariest teams in the league.