Yankees’ Aaron Judge Faces Elbow Setback: Can Giancarlo Stanton Step Up or Will Risky Moves Define Their Season?
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The area of Judge’s arm in question, the flexor mass, is a group of muscles on the inside of the elbow that act as something of a cushion for the UCL (ulnar collateral ligament), which lies underneath. Without rest and rehab, a flexor strain can precipitate an eventual tear of the UCL, which has happened to multiple pitchers in recent years, including Jacob deGrom and Walker Buehler. However, considering that Judge is a position player, the overall risk of eventual surgery is likely somewhat lower.
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