Overview

• Aaron Judge started in right field twice against Toronto, with Statcast tracking throws at roughly 70 mph and 62 mph compared with his pre-injury average near 90 mph.
• He also delivered impact defense with a run-saving diving catch, while the Blue Jays repeatedly tested his arm on the bases.
• Manager Aaron Boone said Judge’s throws were "good" and indicated ongoing discussions with Judge and Giancarlo Stanton about outfield usage, after earlier mixed comments about Judge throwing "normally" this season.
• The Yankees’ lineup post and MLB reporter Bryan Hoch confirmed Judge’s return to right field, drawing sharp criticism from fans and columnist Joel Sherman over the team’s messaging on his health.
• Some observers, including ESPN’s Buster Olney, have suggested a temporary shift to left field to reduce throwing demands, with Stanton’s own elbow issue further constraining outfield options.