Yankees' Gerrit Cole, Carlos Rodon Close to Rehab Assignments

Pitchers may go out on rehab assignments in the next week, manager says.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 6:36pm

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New York Yankees starting pitchers Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodon may go out on rehabilitation assignments in the next week, manager Aaron Boone told reporters before Monday's home game against the Los Angeles Angels. Cole underwent Tommy John surgery 13 months ago, while Rodon had elbow surgery to remove bone chips after the 2025 season.

Why it matters

The return of Cole and Rodon would be a major boost for the Yankees, whose starting staff currently leads the majors with a 2.67 ERA and is tied for the fewest home runs allowed. Both pitchers are key parts of the Yankees' rotation and their recoveries will be crucial to the team's success this season.

The details

Cole threw live batting practice on Sunday, getting up to 42 pitches. Rodon threw 50 pitches in a live batting practice situation on Monday. Boone said that Cole and Rodon would both throw again on four days' rest, but the club had not decided if it will be in a game or batting practice. Shortstop Anthony Volpe will also play four games for Double-A Somerset this week if he is medically cleared.

  • Cole underwent Tommy John surgery 13 months ago.
  • Rodon had elbow surgery to remove bone chips after the 2025 season.
  • Cole threw live batting practice on Sunday.
  • Rodon threw 50 pitches in a live batting practice situation on Monday.
  • Volpe will play four games for Double-A Somerset this week if medically cleared.

The players

Gerrit Cole

A right-handed starting pitcher for the New York Yankees who underwent Tommy John surgery 13 months ago. He is a six-time MLB All-Star and won the Cy Young Award in 2023.

Carlos Rodon

A left-handed starting pitcher for the New York Yankees who had elbow surgery to remove bone chips after the 2025 season. He is a three-time MLB All-Star.

Aaron Boone

The manager of the New York Yankees.

Anthony Volpe

The Yankees' shortstop who played through a partially torn labrum in his left shoulder much of last season and underwent surgery in the offseason.

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What they’re saying

“I don't have an opinion one way or the other. I just want to make sure we do what's right, really. So I think we're just taking in a little bit more information over the next couple of days before we make that call.”

— Gerrit Cole

What’s next

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The takeaway

The return of Cole and Rodon would be a major boost for the Yankees, whose starting staff currently leads the majors in several key pitching metrics. Their recoveries will be crucial to the team's success this season as they look to build on their strong start.