Yankees Maintain Secrecy on Aaron Judge's Calf Strain
Manager Aaron Boone offers no timeline for the star slugger's return.
The New York Yankees are maintaining their characteristic silence regarding the extent of star slugger Aaron Judge's latest injury, a right calf strain that has placed him on the injured list. Manager Aaron Boone stated that there is currently no timeline for Judge's return and that he cannot predict anything about his recovery.
This lack of definitive information follows Judge's decision not to speak with the media before or after the Yankees' 9-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday. His absence from media availability has fueled speculation about his chances of returning this season.
The Yankees' tight-lipped approach to injury updates is a well-established tradition. Boone's comments, or lack thereof, mirror the team's historical strategy of providing minimal details on player health status. The team's recent win against the Diamondbacks and their ace Eduardo Rodriguez occurred under a somber mood within the clubhouse, reportedly due to the uncertainty surrounding Judge's condition.