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2 days ago
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Jake Cousins' elbow injury rehab gets shut down for different issue
Jake Cousins walks off the mound during Game 2 of the 2024 World Series. Access the Yankees beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Greg Joyce about the inside buzz on the Yankees. Try it free Jake Cousins' rehab from a right elbow flexor strain has hit a snag in a different body part. Advertisement The Yankees reliever is four or five days into a shutdown because of a pec issue that popped up after his most recent live batting practice session, manager Aaron Boone said Saturday. 'We don't think it's anything serious, but enough to hold him back a few days,' Boone said before a 3-2 loss to the Mets in The Bronx. Cousins had faced Giancarlo Stanton in his first live session on May 6 and then threw another, after which the pec issue arose. He had been hoping to be back by mid-June, but this shutdown will almost certainly delay that timeline. Boone said Cousins underwent tests on his pec, but did not seem concerned it could lead to something bigger. Advertisement 'I just think it was him having a little bit of discomfort,' Boone said. 'Hopefully it's not anything serious.' The Yankees already have a solid bullpen and got more whole on Friday when Jonathan Loáisiga was activated off the IL. Jake Cousins has been recovering from an elbow issue. Jason Szenes / New York Post They also have Scott Effross on a rehab assignment right now and Clayton Beeter just finished his before being optioned to Triple-A, where he is providing depth should they need a fresh arm. But if Cousins can get healthy, he would provide another back-end option with high strikeout potential after turning into a high-leverage arm by the end of last season. The 30-year-old righty posted a 2.37 ERA with 53 strikeouts in 38 innings in 2024. Jake Cousins walks off the mound during Game 2 of the 2024 World Series. Jason Szenes / New York Post Clarke Schmidt retired the first nine batters he faced on 27 pitches before running into trouble in the fourth, needing 25 pitches to get three outs while allowing two runs. Advertisement The right-hander walked three batters in the frame — tying a career-high with five on the day — but was fortunate it did not turn into something worse. CHECK OUT THE LATEST MLB STANDINGS AND YANKEES STATS 'Just got a little too passive,' Schmidt said. 'Kind of felt like we were trying to anticipate the adjustments rather than continuing to stay with the strengths and continuing to attack. Felt like I lost that release point a little bit for the backdoor stuff to the lefties and then it kind of blended in throughout the ABs. I had to bear down and make some big pitches, so thankful to get out of it without too much damage.' The Yankees had a double steal wiped out in the bottom of the sixth by umpire's interference. Anthony Volpe and J.C. Escarra appeared to pull off the swipes successfully with two outs and DJ LeMaheiuat the plate in a 2-2 game, but they were sent back because Mets catcher Luis Torrens hit home plate umpire James Jean's mask while throwing to third. Advertisement LeMahieu ended up grounding out to end the threat. 'I don't know if it was consequential or not,' Boone said. 'We had two outs and we still didn't drive them in there. Obviously, don't want that to happen. Felt like we had the bases stole regardless. One of those things that comes up.' The Yankees reliever is four or five days into a shutdown because of a pec issue, manager Aaron Boone said Saturday, that popped up after his most recent live batting practice session. 'We don't think it's anything serious, but enough to hold him back a few days,' Boone said before continuing a series against the Mets at Yankee Stadium. Advertisement Cousins had faced Giancarlo Stanton in his first live session on May 6 and then threw another, after which the pec issue arose. He had been hoping to be back by mid-June, but this shutdown will almost certainly delay that timeline. Boone said Cousins underwent tests on his pec, but did not seem concerned it could lead to something bigger. 'I just think it was him having a little bit of discomfort,' Boone said. 'Hopefully it's not anything serious.' The Yankees already have a solid bullpen and got more whole on Friday when Jonathan Loáisiga was activated off the IL. They also have Scott Effross on a rehab assignment right now and Clayton Beeter just finished his before being optioned to Triple-A, where he is providing depth should they need a fresh arm. Advertisement But if Cousins can get healthy, he would provide another back-end option with high strikeout potential after turning into a high-leverage arm by the end of last season. The 30-year-old righty posted a 2.37 ERA with 53 strikeouts in 38 innings in 2024.
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3 days ago
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Yankees await veteran pitcher's return to strengthen bullpen
Yankees await veteran pitcher's return to strengthen bullpen originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The New York Yankees are set to get a much-needed boost to the bullpen soon. Right-hander Jake Cousins prepares to begin a rehab assignment on Tuesday, Yankees manager Aaron Boone told reporters. Advertisement Cousins has been sidelined since spring training with a right forearm strain, landing on the 60-day injured list after showing promise in previous seasons. Cousins, 30, was an important piece of the Yankees' bullpen in 2024 after they acquired him from the Chicago White Sox at the end of spring training. New York Yankees relief pitcher Jake Suanes-Imagn Images Over 38 innings, he posted a strong 2.37 ERA while striking out 53 batters. His ability to generate swings and misses helped stabilize the back end of the bullpen. The Yankees are counting on him to return to form and help shore up a relief corps that has been relied on heavily. The Yankees' bullpen has actually been a cornerstone of their success in the 2025 season, boasting a 3.67 ERA, ranking 17th in the league. Advertisement While Cousins hasn't yet appeared in a 2025 game due to injury, his presence on the mound is seen as a critical factor in the Yankees' bullpen plans for the stretch run. Boone and the pitching staff have expressed optimism about his recovery progress, though the team is cautious about rushing him back too quickly. Cousins will be the latest reliever to rejoin the bullpen. Fernando Cruz is expected back on Tuesday and Jonathan Loaisiga returned last month. As the Yankees approach the midpoint of the season and have used their bullpen heavily, getting Cousins back could be a difference-maker. Related: Could This Young Elite Third Baseman Be the Missing Piece for the Yankees? Related: Yankees Legend Gives Brutally Honest Take After Dodgers' Blowout This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 1, 2025, where it first appeared.
Reuters
17-05-2025
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Yankees RHP Jake Cousins (pectoral) shut down 4-5 days
May 17 - New York Yankees right-hander Jake Cousins will be shut down for four to five days after experiencing pectoral discomfort following a live batting practice session, manager Aaron Boone said Saturday. "We don't think it's anything serious, but enough to hold him down," Boone told reporters. Cousins has been working his way back from an elbow strain since spring training. He has yet to pitch in the 2025 season. He posted a 2-1 record with one save and a 2.37 ERA in 37 relief appearances last season, his first with New York. Cousins, 30, owns a 5-2 record with one save and a 2.78 ERA in 88 career relief appearances with the Milwaukee Brewers and Yankees. --Field Level Media
Washington Post
17-05-2025
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- Washington Post
Yankees reliever Jake Cousins has injury setback, this time a pec issue
NEW YORK — Yankees reliever Jake Cousins felt pectoral discomfort after throwing a pair of batting practice sessions, another setback in his bid to return to the mound for the first time since last fall. Cousins won't throw again for four or five days, manager Aaron Boone said Saturday. Boone said ahead of spring training's opening workout that Cousins had a strained right forearm and was uncertain for the March 27 opener.
Associated Press
17-05-2025
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Yankees reliever Jake Cousins has injury setback, this time a pec issue
NEW YORK (AP) — Yankees reliever Jake Cousins felt pectoral discomfort after throwing a pair of batting practice sessions, another setback in his bid to return to the mound for the first time since last fall. Cousins won't throw again for four or five days, manager Aaron Boone said Saturday. Boone said ahead of spring training's opening workout that Cousins had a strained right forearm and was uncertain for the March 27 opener. A 30-year-old right-hander, Cousins threw batting practice to injured slugger Giancarlo Stanton on May 6. Boone said Cousins pitched an additional session before the pec issue caused a shutdown. 'We don't think it's anything serious, but enough to hold him back a few days,' Boone said. Boone said Cousins had tests and they didn't show any shoulder issues. Cousins had a 2.37 ERA in 37 relief appearances last year, striking out 53 and walking 20 in 38 innings. Boone said a date has not been set for Stanton to start a minor league injury rehabilitation assignment. The five-time All-Star has been sidelined since spring training with pain in the tendons of both elbows. ___ AP MLB:
