The New York Yankees placed superstar Aaron Judge on the 10-day injured list on Sunday due to a right flexor strain, and he'll only be utilized as a designated hitter upon his immediate return.

The New York Yankees are entering a pivotal stretch of their season. With the MLB trade deadline looming next week, the team has already made a major move—acquiring Colorado Rockies infielder Ryan McMahon in exchange for two prospects.

New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge went on the injured list with a flexor strain in his right elbow, but a scan showed no damage to the ulnar collateral ligament of the two-time AL MVP