The New York Yankees have been playing Aaron Judge at designated hitter since his return from the injured list. However, he has struggled at the plate.

Nearly a month after going on the injured list with a flexor strain in his right elbow, New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge took the next step in his throwing progression by briefly throwing to bases from right field.

Aaron Judge hit a two-run homer and Cody Bellinger homered on the next pitch as the Yanks rocked the Nationals.

If you're a New York Yankees fan, you can take this prediction on Aaron Judge's defensive return any way you choose.

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone gave a bleak update on Aaron Judge and his return to the outfield from his injury.

NEW YORK — Yankees captain Aaron Judge took the next step in his throwing program on Sunday afternoon, making throws from right field to second base for the first time this month. Judge had been building up to around 150 feet in his long-toss program as he continues to build back up from a right flexor strain.

The New York Yankees are trying to get back to playing consistent winning baseball. However, they are doing it with some lineup issues.

Yankees' Aaron Judge takes a big step toward returning to the outfield, throwing from right field for the first time since his July injury.

Even as the Yankees endured their summer swoon, their fans could at least take some solace knowing they would likely get to celebrate another MVP Award for Aaron Judge. But even that is less of a certainty these days.