The efforts of the New York Yankees captain are finally paying off. Per Aaron Judge’s statement, he tore the ligament in his right big toe, which costed him his three weeks to action. Unfortunately, this injury may also lead to him missing many more games. However, as they say, once a hero is always a hero. Despite his absence, he was most recently selected for a top mid-season honor in the first year of his $360 million contract. 

Judge’s importance to the team as both a hitter and leader cannot be put into words. But his absence has made that fact abundantly clear after the Yankees losing streak. Hence, this latest honor further adds to his accolades. 

Aaron Judge receives an All-Star starter nod despite injury!

Aaron Judge has missed more than three weeks with his toe injury after having some perfect form. But despite this prolonged period of recovery, the Yankees’ star outfielder was named an All-Star starter. His play before the injury and general popularity were enough for fans to vote for him. The MLB recently announced all the starting position players on Twitter, and Judge made it for the American League. 

In a Tweet, MLB said, “The reigning AL MVP, @TheJudge44, gets voted in as a starting outfielder for the AL. #AllStarGame”. This marks the third season in a row that Judge is an All-Star starter and is his 5th time as a starter in total. All 5 of his All-Star selections thus far have been as a starter. 

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As per the injury status, he might very well miss the Midsummer Classic. However, it is a massive honor for Judge as he has played great baseball this year. His hitting numbers have been elite, along with his effort in the outfield. Despite recent positive updates, doubts surrounding the Yankees stars’ return from the injured list linger. 

The All-Star starter is taking baby steps!

In the latest updates, Aaron Judge was seen playing catch as he resumed baseball activity for the first time since his injury. This is a massive update as he progresses from strength training and balance work. But when speaking to reporters, Judge downplayed the significance of the update, saying that it’s just another step. It will be interesting to see if the Yankees’ organization offers a more concrete return timeline in the coming days and weeks. Only time will tell as the team’s captain slowly works his way back. 

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Aaron Judge making the All-Star starting lineup in the American League is massive. Fans will want his power-hitting and leadership back as soon as possible. What do you think of Judge being chosen as a starter for the Midsummer Classic?