AARON JUDGE UPDATE? WHO KNOWS AT THIS POINT

For nearly three months, the Yankees have been playing the waiting game with Aaron Judge. Finally, there’s some actual movement.

Judge continues to make progress from the stress fracture in his right rib, and the Captain is slowly checking off the boxes. He’s throwing, running, lifting and has begun working his way back into hitting, including taking swings off a tee. So far, importantly, there haven’t been any reported setbacks.

Now comes the part Yankee fans actually care about: Can Judge get back on the field before this season runs out of runway?

There’s still no official return date, and nobody should start circling days on the calendar just yet. But every swing, throw and workout gets No. 99 a little closer.

At this point, Yankee fans don't need another vague medical update. They need Aaron Judge walking back into that lineup.

Because if the Yankees are going anywhere this fall, having the Captain along for the ride would certainly help.

Keep progressing, big man. We're waiting.