
New York Yankees’ slugger Aaron Hicks suffered an elbow injury several weeks ago which caused him to miss most of August and probably most of September. There was a concern that Hicks would need surgery which would have ended his season. However, there’s been recent progress that shows Hicks is on his way.
Hicks was cleared to begin a throwing program last Friday. “I think there’s just a little more things I gotta do to prepare to get ready to throw. I think on Monday is when I’ll actually start throwing” said Hicks. When asked about having any idea on when he’ll return, Hicks said, “That I don’t know.” There’s no timetable on a return at this time.
The 29-year-old is confident that he’ll return. Following the Yankees loss to the Oakland Athletics earlier this week, he said “It feels really good right now. I’m really confident I’ll be back, for sure.”
Aaron Hicks has been a huge impact in the New York Yankees offense this season. Fans remember his unbelievable home run during the Yankees crazy 14-12 win over the Minnesota Twins earlier this season. Also notable for his defense, his play to end that game is arguably the best catch of the season.
Hicks is currently batting .235 with 12 home runs and 36 runs batted in. He’s signed to a sever-year/$70 million contract with the New York Yankees.
Other players currently on the injured list are Dellin Betances, CC Sabathia, and Gio Urshela. Luis Severino is on the return and so is Edwin Encarnacion.