The Fragile Economics of Injury Recovery in Baseball The Aaron Judge saga continues to unfold nearly two months after he suffered a stress fracture in his first right rib.
Despite assurances from Judge and Yankees manager Aaron Boone that a return this season is still possible, the uncertainty surrounding his recovery raises questions about the economics of injury management.
Judge's case highlights the delicate balance between player health and team competitiveness. The Yankees have struggled to find their rhythm without him, going 18 19 since his last appearance on May 31.