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Judge Cleared of Elbow Surgery as Yankees Say Volpe and Rodón Will Miss Start of 2026

The update shifts focus to short‑term cover at shortstop plus added rotation depth to bridge early absences.

Oct 7, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees starting pitcher Carlos Rodon (55) pitches against the Toronto Blue Jays in the first inning during game three of the ALDS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
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Oct 8, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; Toronto Blue Jays players celebrate after defeating the New York Yankees in game four of the ALDS round of the 2025 MLB playoffs at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
Oct 7, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA;New York Yankees starting pitcher Carlos Rodón (55) is relieved of his pitching duties in the third inning against the Toronto Blue Jays during game three of the ALDS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Aaron Boone said an MRI confirmed Aaron Judge will not need offseason elbow surgery, and he is expected to open 2026 in right field.
  • Anthony Volpe underwent arthroscopic repair of a left shoulder labrum and is out roughly four months from hitting and six months from diving, putting him on track to begin 2026 on the injured list.
  • Carlos Rodón had loose bodies removed and a bone spur shaved from his left elbow and faces an eight‑week no‑throw period, making a delayed season debut likely.
  • Gerrit Cole remains on a Tommy John recovery timeline that rules out Opening Day, with the team aiming for him to face hitters during spring training and return not long after.
  • Giancarlo Stanton does not require elbow surgery, and the Yankees confirmed staff changes with Mike Harkey and Travis Chapman not returning and Jake Hirst moving into the assistant hitting coach role.