Judge, who hasn't played in a game since July 25, is expected to be a designated hitter for a period of time as he works on his throwing motion. The move likely means Giancarlo Stanton, the team's everyday DH, would move to the outfield until Judge can get back out there.

Yankees' captain Aaron Judge is back in the starting lineup against the Texas Rangers on Tuesday following a 10-game absence due to injury.

The struggling New York Yankees will get their captain back Tuesday. Aaron Judge will be activated off the injured list after missing the minimum 10 days with a flexor strain, manager Aaron Boone announced following Monday's loss (TEX 8,