Yankees manager Aaron Boone said Tuesday during his appearance on the "Talkin' Yanks" podcast that Judge (toe) is "getting close" to a return from the 10-day injured list.

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When asked whether the beginning of the July 25 series against the Mets was a realistic target for Judge to return, the skipper didn't rule it out. While Boone provided far from a clear timetable for Judge, the proclamation does point to real progress as the slugger works his way back from a torn ligament in his right big toe. The reigning American League MVP began taking batting practice last Friday and has also done some light running. Running the bases at full effort would probably the last hurdle Judge needs to clear, and it's uncertain when he might be ready for that. Judge has been sidelined since early June.