New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge played catch and ran in New York on Friday as he continues working toward a return from a broken right rib. The 2022 American League MVP winner took his first on-field steps since suffering the injury during spring training.

Judge participated in light throwing drills and running exercises under the supervision of team trainers at Yankee Stadium. The session marked his first baseball activity since being diagnosed with a stress fracture in his right rib cage, which has sidelined him since late March.

Manager Aaron Boone expressed optimism about Judge's progress, noting the slugger felt good during the workout. The Yankees have not set a definitive timetable for his return, but the organization remains hopeful he could rejoin the lineup before the All-Star break.

The 31-year-old right fielder batted .267 with 37 home runs and 112 RBIs last season while setting the AL single-season home run record with 62 in 2022. His absence has left a significant void in New York's middle order.