Gerrit Cole

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.

The Yankees placed Gerrit Cole on the 60-day injured list.

Fantasy Impact

This was a move to open up a roster spot. Cole will miss the whole season after undergoing Tommy John surgery.

Gerrit Cole (elbow) had season-ending Tommy John surgery with internal bracing on Tuesday, potentially shortening his recovery, per team updates.

Fantasy Impact

Cole’s surgery, done Tuesday, rules him out for 2025, but the bracing might hasten his 12-to-18-month recovery. With the Yankees yet to name replacements alongside Luis Gil, Marcus Stroman and Will Warren are in line. Fantasy managers should shift focus from Cole this year.