The Yankees are knee-deep in questions over Aaron Judge ’s future viability as a right fielder after the superstar was announced to have a flexor strain in his right elbow, which he suffered, or exacerbated, during the Yankees’ trip to Toronto last week.

The American League MVP has been Aaron Judge’s to lose for pretty much the entire 2025 season. However, when he landed on the injured list over the weekend, the odds flipped in Cal Raleigh’s favor for the first time all year.

Judge’s elbow discomfort raises questions about injury history again originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Aaron Judge is out of the Yankees lineup Saturday, and it’s not just a day off.

With Aaron Judge sidelined, the Yankees will need a true team effort to fill the void—and that could mean increased opportunities for several intriguing names. Ben Rice has logged time at first base,