Gerrit Cole, the star pitcher for the New York Yankees, received some good news regarding his injured throwing elbow. After a visit with Dr. Neal ElAttrache, it was determined that Cole’s elbow would not require surgery. This came as a huge relief to the Yankees organization, who were concerned about the extent of Cole’s injury.
The Yankees clubhouse was appreciative of the news, although still cautious about Cole’s recovery. Gleyber Torres expressed that the most important thing is if Cole can pitch for them this year. The reigning AL Cy Young Award winner is expected to miss around two months, but there is hope that he will be able to return to the mound soon.
Despite the setback, the Yankees have faith in their other pitchers to step up in Cole’s absence. Clarke Schmidt, who underwent Tommy John surgery in 2017, understands the anxiety and uncertainty that comes with elbow injuries. He has offered advice and support to Cole during this time.
Nestor Cortes, who will be filling in for Cole on Opening Day, believes that this is just a minor setback for his teammate. Cortes is confident that Cole will have a long and successful career, even after this injury. The Yankees have a strong pitching staff and are optimistic that they can weather the storm until Cole’s return.
In other news, right-handed reliever Jonathan Loaisiga will be used as a multi-inning weapon in the first half of the season. Manager Aaron Boone compared his usage to that of Michael King in previous seasons, although Loaisiga’s outings will likely be shorter and later in games.
The battle for the No. 5 starter position is also underway, with several pitchers vying for the spot. Luke Weaver, Cody Poteet, Cody Morris, Clayton Beeter, and Will Warren are all in contention. Boone expressed confidence in their choices and stated that they will continue to evaluate the candidates before making a decision.
In a lighter note, Tommy Kahnle has added a basketball hoop and court to his locker, creating a fun and lighthearted atmosphere in the clubhouse. Despite the challenges they may face with Cole’s injury, the Yankees remain focused and determined to have a successful season.
Overall, the Yankees are relieved that Gerrit Cole’s injury does not require surgery. They are confident in their pitching staff and believe they can overcome his absence. With Cole expected to return in a couple of months, the team remains optimistic for the future.
