Can the Yankees Win Without Aaron Judge?

Shaun Morash and Tiki Barber search for signs of hope across New York sports, from Zack Thornton’s encouraging outing for the Mets to Geno Smith’s potential fit with the Jets. They also debate whether Lindor can reclaim his leadership role by confronting his own struggles and demanding more from a team that has lost its way. The Yankees remain a major concern as Aaron Judge works toward a return and the lineup tries to manufacture runs without him. Shaun and Tiki examine the limits of small ball, the need to punish weak pitching, and whether stronger starting pitching and a reshaped bullpen can keep their championship hopes alive.