Gerrit Cole

Yankees manager Aaron Boone said Gerrit Cole will throw one inning of live batting practice "in a couple of days."

Fantasy Impact

Cole is continuing to ramp up his throwing program. Barring any setbacks, he could begin a rehab assignment at some point in April.

Cole had Tommy John surgery with an internal brace in March 2025 and made a couple of spring appearances on his way back, allowing one run with a 3:0 K:BB over 2.2 innings. The Yankees placed him on the 15-day IL Wednesday as he continues his recovery.

Fantasy Impact

New York anticipates Cole rejoining the rotation by the end of May.

Cole underwent Tommy John surgery with an internal brace in March of last year and is expected to return to the Yankees sometime in late May or early June.

Fantasy Impact

He'll make his first game appearance since the procedure Wednesday, pitching one inning against the Red Sox.

Gerrit Cole threw a 35-pitch live bullpen session.

Fantasy Impact

Cole told reporters he and the Yankees “will likely” discuss him pitching in a Spring Training game. It appears he could be ready to return sooner rather than later, though the Yankees will likely continue to be cautious with him.

Yankees right-hander Gerrit Cole (elbow) touched 97.5 mph on his fastball in a two-inning live batting practice session on Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Cole has been facing live hitters and throwing breaking balls as of Friday. There is a chance the Yankees' ace could participate in some Grapefruit League games this spring, but he will certainly not be ready in time for Opening Day.