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Yankees Set Gerrit Cole’s First Rehab Start at 45 Pitches as Carlos Rodón Lines Up Live BP

The Yankees are prioritizing a slow build to reduce re-injury risk.

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Oct 7, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA;New York Yankees starting pitcher Carlos Rodón (55) is relieved of his pitching duties in the third inning against the Toronto Blue Jays during game three of the ALDS round for the 2025 MLB playoffs at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
Oct 30, 2024; New York, New York, USA; New York Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole (45) pitches during the first inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers in game four of the 2024 MLB World Series at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Gerrit Cole is slated to open his minor-league rehab with Double-A Somerset at about 45 pitches after throwing simulated innings in recent tune-ups.
  • Manager Aaron Boone said the club expects Cole to rejoin the Yankees in June and plans a careful ramp-up even after he returns to the majors.
  • Carlos Rodón is scheduled for a live batting-practice session before beginning a rehab assignment, and Boone expects at least three minor-league starts for the left-hander.
  • Rodón is working back from Oct. 15 elbow surgery to remove loose bodies and a bone spur, with recent right hamstring tightness briefly slowing his progress after a 50-pitch simulated outing.
  • MLB rules give pitchers up to 30 days for rehab assignments, with extra time available for Tommy John recoveries, which lets New York pace Cole’s buildup without rushing him.