Overview

• Before Sunday’s game, Judge made controlled throws from right field to second base and a cutoff man for the first time since his late‑July right elbow flexor strain.
• Manager Aaron Boone said there is still no target date for Judge to play defense, stressing the plan is designed to minimize the chance of re‑injury.
• Judge characterized the work as “checking a box,” noted the throws were not at full intensity, and said the issue affects his arm on throws rather than his swing.
• Since his Aug. 5 activation he has been limited to designated hitter duties, with Giancarlo Stanton handling right field to keep both bats in the lineup.
• Public messaging has been scrutinized after Boone suggested Judge might not throw like usual this season and Judge publicly disputed that assessment.