Yankees Mulling Late-Season Call For George Lombard Jr.
The New York Yankees are evaluating roster changes and injury recovery timelines for Aaron Judge as the All-Star break approaches.
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The New York Yankees are preparing for imaging on Aaron Judge’s rib during the upcoming All-Star break. Brian Cashman, the team's general manager, indicated that he does not anticipate the scan results will be clean. Judge remains in the midst of an extended recovery process.
Coverage from Newsday, the New York Post, MLB.com, and ESPN emphasizes the uncertainty surrounding Judge's health and the team's next steps. Additionally, MLB Trade Rumors reports that the organization is considering a late-season promotion for prospect George Lombard Jr. as it manages its personnel options. Observers are waiting for the results of the scheduled imaging to determine a clearer timeline for Judge's return.
Coverage does not yet specify when a decision on Lombard Jr.'s status will be finalized.
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Quick answers
What is the status of Aaron Judge?
Judge is scheduled for a rib scan during the All-Star break to assess his recovery progress.
Are the Yankees considering new players?
Reports indicate the organization is mulling a potential late-season call for prospect George Lombard Jr.
What has the team said about Judge's injury?
Brian Cashman has stated that he does not expect the upcoming imaging results to be clean.
Coverage (5)
- Erik Boland: Yankees' Brian Cashman isn't anticipating that Aaron Judge's scan will 'come back clean' Newsday · 4h ago
- Aaron Judge set for next step in lengthy Yankees injury recovery New York Post · 4h ago
- Judge (rib) set for imaging during All-Star break to map out return MLB.com · 4h ago
- Yankees' Aaron Judge to have rib reimaged during All-Star break ESPN · 4h ago
- Yankees Mulling Late-Season Call For George Lombard Jr. MLB Trade Rumors · 4h ago
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