Yankees Update: Judge’s Milestone and Injury Insights

In Atlanta, Judge Aaron is making headlines alongside Alex Rodriguez.

On Sunday, he hit his 351st career home run, contributing to a 4-2 win against the Braves at Truist Park.

This achievement ties him with Rodriguez for sixth place in Yankees history. “It’s an incredible honor,” he remarked, reflecting on how he grew up watching A-Rod perform in pinstripes. “He’s a legend,” Judge added, feeling the weight of the moment. “It’s pretty cool, but I think there’s even more to come.”

If he stays healthy, Judge might quickly surpass Bella’s record of 358, with Joe DiMaggio’s 361 next on the agenda. The all-time Yankees home run leaders are Babe Ruth (659), Mickey Mantle (536), and Lou Gehrig (493).

His 351st home run came during the first inning, marking his 36th of the season—putting him just behind Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh, who has 38.

Meanwhile, pitchers Max Fried and Cam Schlitler are shaking off recent injury concerns after a slow weekend session.

Schlitler had to adjust due to biceps pain but is set to play against the Blue Jays on Tuesday. Fried, who had a recent blister issue, completed his bullpen session on Sunday and is expected to start on Wednesday. “He should go,” said manager Aaron Boone, expressing optimism about Fried’s condition.

On a different note, after hitting a game-winning Grand Slam, Trent Grisham was out of the lineup on Sunday. Boone is being cautious due to Grisham’s ongoing hamstring issues dating back to his time in Toronto a few weeks ago.