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Yankees Weigh Spring Outing for Gerrit Cole After Sharp 35-Pitch Live BP

The club is signaling a cautious ramp-up, with depth allowing a possible 60-day IL start that would make him eligible in late May.

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Feb 13, 2026; Tampa, FL, USA; New York Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole (45) throws a bullpen session during spring training practices at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images
Feb 12, 2026; Tampa, FL, USA; New York Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole (45) works out during spring training workouts at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Cole completed a 35-pitch live batting-practice session this week, sat around 96 mph and touched the upper-90s, and drew reports of a “vintage” competitive edge.
  • He said he will throw again in six days and that he and the team will likely discuss a Grapefruit League appearance.
  • Recent reporting pegs his return around late April or early May, but opening on the 60-day IL would set his earliest activation for May 24.
  • Manager Aaron Boone and GM Brian Cashman point to 10–12 starters they trust, reinforcing patience with rehabs for Cole, Carlos Rodón and Clarke Schmidt.
  • Rodón faced hitters twice this week in simulated sessions as New York lines up an Opening Day rotation of Max Fried, Cam Schlittler, Will Warren, Luis Gil and Ryan Weathers.