Aaron Judge's status is up in the air, while the Tarps Off movement is in full effect. | Back to the Bullpen

New York Yankees face uncertainty as Aaron Judge battles a nagging rib injury, raising questions about the team’s offensive firepower and leadership. Can the Bronx Bombers weather the storm with Judge sidelined? Brett Chancey and Mike Stanton break down how Judge’s absence impacts lineup depth, highlight Boone’s cautious approach, and explore potential call-ups like Spencer Jones. The conversation spotlights Judge’s determination to play through pain and what the Yankees risk if the injury lingers. Meanwhile, the Houston Astros welcome back elite closer Josh Hader, aiming to stabilize a bullpen plagued by overuse and Brian Abreu’s struggles. The discussion covers Hader’s much-anticipated return, bullpen roles, and the Astros’ push to climb out of an early-season hole. Plus, the Tarps Off movement injects fresh energy into ballparks—could this fan-driven phenomenon reshape baseball’s atmosphere? Don’t miss this lively analysis of MLB’s hottest storylines and pivotal player updates. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY The funfetti flavor is BACK on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Confetti Craze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today! Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men.  Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything.   Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.