Yankees Star Aaron Judge Sidelined with Elbow Issue: MRI Results Awaited

The New York Yankees are grappling with more than just a rough patch on the field. After dropping their second straight game to the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday—a staggering 12-5 defeat—the team now faces a potentially bigger worry: the health of their superstar, Aaron Judge.

The reigning American League MVP was pulled from Saturday's lineup due to what manager Aaron Boone called an 'elbow issue.' This comes after Judge struggled to throw from the outfield during Friday’s loss, raising red flags for the team and fans alike. Boone confirmed that Judge underwent an MRI on Saturday morning, with results still pending. 'It’s a concern, but we’ll wait and see,' Boone told reporters, his tone reflecting the uncertainty hanging over the Bronx.

Judge, who went hitless in Friday’s game but managed an RBI via a sacrifice fly, has been a cornerstone for the Yankees. His absence, even temporarily, could spell trouble for a squad already stumbling, with six losses in their last ten games. The timing couldn’t be worse as the team battles through a critical stretch of the season.

For now, all eyes are on the MRI results. If Judge’s elbow issue sidelines him for an extended period, the Yankees will need to dig deep—both in spirit and strategy—to keep their postseason hopes alive. Marcus Stroman takes the mound Saturday against Ranger Suarez and the Phillies, with first pitch at 1:05 p.m. EDT. But let’s be honest, the real game right now is happening in the medical room.