Overview
- Cole, on a High-A rehab with Hudson Valley, hit White Sox prospect Caleb Bonemer with a 97 mph first pitch after allowing him a home run earlier.
- The outing was rough as he allowed five earned runs on seven hits in 4.1 innings, including two home runs.
- A video of the pitch spread on social media and drew heavy criticism from fans.
- Former MLB pitcher Seth McClung said the HBP looked intentional, though no proof of intent has been established.
- Cole is returning from Tommy John surgery in March 2025, has a 5.79 ERA over 18.2 rehab innings, and reports expect a late May or early June Yankees return.