Gerrit Cole

New York Yankees manager said on Wednesday that Gerrit Cole has completed a number of bullpen sessions this offseason and is scheduled to throw live batting practice in a couple of weeks.

Fantasy Impact

Cole underwent Tommy John surgery last March, forcing him to miss the entire 2025 season. It’s a positive sign that he will begin throwing live batting practice soon, and Boone has not ruled out game action late in spring training. While he is progressing well, the plan remains for Cole to return in May or June.

The Yankees expect SP Gerrit Cole (elbow) to potentially return in May or June.

Fantasy Impact

Cole underwent Tommy John surgery and missed the entire 2025 season. Cole will look to return and bolster the Yankees' rotation for summer and provide the Yankees with a top three of Cole, Max Fried, and Carlos Rodon.

Yankees manager Aaron Boone said he hopes Gerrit Cole is ready soon after Opening Day.

Fantasy Impact

Cole underwent Tommy John surgery back in March. His status will need to continue to be monitored throughout the offseason.

Yankees ace Gerrit Cole began his throwing program on Monday as he works his way back from Tommy John surgery.

Fantasy Impact

Cole threw 20 pitches from flat ground on Monday, marking a significant step in his recovery. The 34-year-old had his 2025 season wiped out with elbow surgery this spring, but he should be a notable factor for the Yankees sometime around mid-season in 2026.

Gerrit Cole has set August as his target date to resume throwing.

Fantasy Impact

Cole aid he got his brace off two and a half weeks ago. He underwent Tommy John surgery in March.