The New York Yankees are anxiously awaiting the results of Gerrit Cole’s MRI on his pitching elbow. The staff ace and former Cy Young Award winner underwent the medical procedure after experiencing discomfort following a rough spring training start. Cole expressed his concern to reporters on Saturday, stating that he is awaiting expert opinions on the matter.
During his recent outing against the Minnesota Twins, Cole struggled, allowing six earned runs in just 2 2/3 innings. Despite a strong performance in his first spring training start, the pitcher began to feel soreness after the game, indicating that something may be amiss.
This is not the first time Cole has dealt with elbow issues in spring training, as he was sidelined last year due to nerve inflammation. Losing Cole for an extended period would be a significant blow to the Yankees, who are already dealing with injuries to key players like Luis Gil.
The team made several moves in the offseason to bolster their roster, including re-signing Cole to a lucrative deal. The outcome of Cole’s MRI will have a major impact on the team’s prospects for the upcoming season.
As the Yankees await the results of Cole’s test, the uncertainty surrounding his health looms large over the team’s preparations for the 2025 season.