Aaron Judge has been the nucleus for the New York Yankees this season. His form and presence, in general, have primarily determined the team’s success. However, ever since the Bronx Bombers’ captain suffered from an injury, the team struggled to pick up wins. Adding fuel to the fire, Judge recently shared a stunning update on his injury, opting to withhold any specific timeline for his comeback. The revelation of his toe injury further compounded matters for him.
Amidst a series of vague updates on Aaron Judge’s return by Aaron Boone, fans have been increasingly frustrated. Fans have been clamoring for his return, but the latest update has devastated them.
Aaron Judge reveals torn ligament in the big toe
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Initial reports indicated that Aaron Judge sustained a sprained big toe during a collision with the Dodgers. Lately, via Twitter, MLB insider Chris Kirschner shared the shocking update on Judge’s injury, leading to a prolonged recovery. In a Tweet, Kirschner said, “For the first time, Aaron Judge told reporters he tore a ligament in his toe. Previously, the team just said it was a sprain. Judge also said he still has pain while he walks.” After revealing the true reason behind prolonged recovery, did Judge finally reveal his comeback to the field?
For the first time, Aaron Judge told reporters he tore a ligament in his toe. Previously, the team just said it was a sprain. Judge also said he still has pain while he walks.
— Chris Kirschner (@ChrisKirschner) June 24, 2023
Although it is a massive update from Judge himself, he avoided sharing a specific date for his return. According to Bryan Hoch, he said, “I’m not giving you any timeline. There’s no need. I’ve just got to get better and then I’ll be out there.”
This comes at a time when the Bombers are struggling to score runs, which in turn is leading to losses. Supporters have been waiting to hear a positive update regarding Judge’s return. But this latest news has made matters worse. Look closely at how supporters have reacted to the Yankees captain’s latest injury update.
The fans are devastated as the latest update looks bleak!
The reactions from fans have been adverse as the Aaron Judge’s situation looks bleak. Yankees fans are devastated by the latest news and consider it a massive blow. Some fans said the season is already over.
It’s so over
— the_stug0tz (@the_stug0tz) June 24, 2023
Aight well the season is done
— ian (@ianrl_) June 24, 2023
Season is over
— Yankszone (@Yanksland) June 24, 2023
Other fans were left skeptical about his return date.
Just announce the surgery and that he's done for the year. Jesus.
— Davis Johnson (@TheRealDavisJo) June 24, 2023
He won’t be back this year.
— Scott Birnie (@Bigbluezee) June 24, 2023
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Judge getting moved to the 60-day IL in 3, 2, 1…
— Liz (@lizvr1629) June 24, 2023
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