SAD NEWS:Gerrit Cole in pains…
New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole is facing a potential season-ending injury, as doctors have recommended he undergo Tommy John surgery to repair damage to his right elbow. This procedure would sideline Cole for the entire 2025 season and likely extend into part of the 2026 campaign.
Cole experienced discomfort following his most recent spring outing on March 6, where he allowed six runs over 2 2/3 innings against the Twins. Subsequent imaging revealed concerns about his elbow, leading to the recommendation for surgery. Yankees manager Aaron Boone noted that the team is consulting with specialists to determine the best course of action.
This development is particularly disheartening given Cole’s performance last season, where he was named the 2023 Cy Young winner.The Yankees now face the challenge of adjusting their rotation in Cole’s absence. Potential internal candidates include right-handers Will Warren and Carlos Carrasco, as well as Allan Winans Warren, who posted a 1.13 ERA with 11 strikeouts over eight innings this spring, is considered a leading candidate to join the big league rotation.
As the Yankees navigate this setback, fans and analysts alike will be closely monitoring the team’s adjustments and the outcomes of Cole’s upcoming consultations
