Yankees' Gerrit Cole Provides Encouraging 5-Word Injury Update
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The New York Yankees have struggled tremendously with pitching depth and top-end talent this season.
Max Fried was incredible early on, but has struggled as of late. Carlos Rodon has been consistently good, but the Yankees are really missing the production of ace Gerrit Cole.
Cole underwent season-ending elbow surgery a few months ago. This injury threatened his 2026 season as well, as the recovery timetable lasts about a year.
But the Yankees' ace has seemingly progressed well in his rehab and recovery, as he's already back to throwing a baseball just a few months after having the surgery.
Recently, Cole spoke with the media about his return, providing the Yankees faithful with an encouraging five-word statement.
NEW YORK, NY - JUNE 16: Gerrit Cole #45 of the New York Yankees looks on from the dugout during the game against the Los Angeles Angels at Yankee Stadium on June 16, 2025 in...
NEW YORK, NY - JUNE 16: Gerrit Cole #45 of the New York Yankees looks on from the dugout during the game against the Los Angeles Angels at Yankee Stadium on June 16, 2025 in New York, New York. More
New"I felt really good (Monday)," Cole said in a video posted to X by SNY following the beginning stages of his throwing program. Cole reportedly made 20 flat-ground throws on one of the first days of his return-to-throw program.
Recovery from a torn UCL is typically a bumpy road, so it's very encouraging for New York to hear that Cole is feeling good early on.
Getting the righty back to full strength is going to be the top priority for the Yankees in the offseason. Aaron Judge and the aforementioned Cole are only getting older, which means the Yankees' World Series window is closing as quickly as these two superstars' careers are ending.
Having Cole back on the mound for opening day next season would be a dream come true for the Yankees. Considering he's already throwing and feeling good in August, this seems like a realistic goal to shoot for.
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