Yankees' Gerrit Cole, Carlos Rodon Receive New Injury Updates Before Angels Clash

Both star pitchers are working their way back from elbow injuries as the Yankees proceed with caution.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 8:53pm

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New York Yankees pitchers Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodon have received new injury updates as they continue to recover from elbow issues. Cole will throw a bullpen session on Friday, while Rodon is set to throw live batting practice on Saturday in Somerset, New Jersey. The Yankees are taking a cautious approach with their two star starters, who have not pitched in MLB games since 2024 and 2025 respectively.

Why it matters

The Yankees' rotation has been hit hard by injuries, and getting Cole and Rodon back healthy would be a major boost as the team looks to contend in the AL East. Their recoveries are being closely monitored, as both pitchers are critical to the Yankees' success when healthy.

The details

Cole last appeared in an MLB game in 2024 before undergoing Tommy John surgery in 2025. Rodon was an All-Star in 2025 but underwent elbow surgery in the offseason after making 33 starts last year. The Yankees are proceeding cautiously with both pitchers, as an official return timeline has not yet been revealed.

  • On Wednesday, the Yankees will host the Los Angeles Angels at Yankee Stadium.
  • Cole is going through a bullpen session on Friday in Somerset, New Jersey.
  • Rodon is set to throw live batting practice on Saturday in Somerset, New Jersey.

The players

Gerrit Cole

A star pitcher for the New York Yankees who is recovering from Tommy John surgery and has not pitched in an MLB game since 2024.

Carlos Rodon

A 33-year-old starting pitcher for the New York Yankees who was an All-Star in 2025 but underwent elbow surgery in the offseason.

Gary Phillips

A reporter who provided the latest injury updates on Cole and Rodon.

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What they’re saying

“Carlos Rodón is going to throw live BP in Somerset on Saturday. Gerrit Cole is going through a bullpen session today, so still TBD on what his next outing will look like (game or live BP), though that'll likely be in Somerset too on Friday.”

— Gary Phillips, Reporter

What’s next

The Yankees will continue to closely monitor the progress of Cole and Rodon as they work their way back from injury. An official return timeline for the two star pitchers has not yet been revealed.

The takeaway

The Yankees' rotation has been hit hard by injuries, and getting Cole and Rodon back healthy would be a major boost for the team as they look to contend in the AL East. The organization is taking a cautious approach with their two star pitchers, who are critical to the team's success when fully recovered.