Yankees' Aaron Judge Pulled Mid-Game Amidst Injury Concerns

New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge was removed from Wednesday's series finale against the Minneapolis team in the sixth inning. The exact reason for his departure was not immediately provided by the team. This development follows Judge's recent return to the lineup on September 8th, after being sidelined for 99 days due to a fractured rib. His return had been managed carefully, with the team giving him Tuesday off as part of his reintegration.

Prior to leaving Wednesday's game, Judge had a batting average of .243, with 18 home runs and 41 RBIs over 65 games played this season. His injury, a fractured right top rib, had previously caused him to miss 84 games. With less than two weeks remaining in the regular season and the Yankees competing for the American League East title, the team faces the challenge of replacing his offensive impact, though they can cover his position in right field.