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Gerrit Cole Starts Rehab Assignment, Aims for May Return

4/17/2026

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Summary

Cole's Recovery Journey

Gerrit Cole (New York Yankees pitcher) will begin a rehab assignment with Double-A Somerset on Friday as he recovers from Tommy John surgery.
Cole has been out for 14 months.
He is projected to rejoin the Yankees' rotation by mid-May, pending no setbacks.
Carlos Rodón (New York Yankees pitcher) is recovering from elbow surgery and has not begun a rehab assignment.

History

Historical Context

In 1974, orthopedic surgeon Frank Jobe performed the first successful ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction, known as Tommy John surgery, on pitcher Tommy John. This groundbreaking procedure has since allowed over 1,000 athletes, including Gerrit Cole, to extend their careers. The surgery's significance continues to influence rehabilitation strategies in Major League Baseball, highlighting its vital role in player recovery.

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Cole's Recovery Journey

Gerrit Cole (New York Yankees pitcher) will begin a rehab assignment with Double-A Somerset on Friday as he recovers from Tommy John surgery.
Cole has been out for 14 months.
He is projected to rejoin the Yankees' rotation by mid-May, pending no setbacks.
Carlos Rodón (New York Yankees pitcher) is recovering from elbow surgery and has not begun a rehab assignment.

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