Yankees' Carlos Rodon Undergoes Elbow Surgery, Focuses on Relearning Pitching Motion

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Yankees pitcher Carlos Rodon underwent elbow surgery in October, which has allowed him to fully bend his left arm and gain extra range of motion on the mound. Rodon described the process as "relearning the movement and patterning" of his arm due to the "quite a bit of degrees there of separation from what it used to be."

Why it matters

Rodon's recovery and ability to regain his previous pitching form will be crucial for the Yankees as they look to contend in the 2026 season. Elbow injuries can be challenging for pitchers to overcome, so Rodon's progress during spring training will be closely watched.

The details

Rodon underwent the elbow surgery in October, which has given him more flexibility and range of motion in his left arm. However, this also means he has to relearn and retrain his arm to properly execute his pitching motion, a process he described as "relearning the movement and patterning" of his arm.

• Rodon underwent elbow surgery in October 2025.
• Rodon is currently working to regain his pitching form during 2026 spring training.

What they’re saying

What’s next

Rodon will continue to work on his pitching mechanics and regaining his previous form during the Yankees' 2026 spring training.