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Carlos Rodón Throws Fifth Bullpen as Yankees Plan for Early-Season Absence

The left-hander is building up after October elbow surgery with no firm return date.

Overview

  • Carlos Rodón has completed five bullpen sessions, including a 20-pitch mound workout with encouraging velocity in Tampa.
  • Rodón received two PRP injections during recovery, with the second administered about 10 days ago.
  • He is expected to open the season on the injured list, with hopes to appear in late-spring exhibitions and a possible return as early as late April or by May, though nothing is set.
  • Manager Aaron Boone said both Rodón and Gerrit Cole could see Grapefruit League action before camp ends as they continue building stamina.
  • The Yankees are aligning rotation depth, with Boone reaffirming Will Warren as a long-term starter and Paul Blackburn building up to start this spring.