Gerrit Cole kicks off Yankees’ throwing program in big step after Tommy John surgery
NY Post
Gerrit Cole took a significant step Monday in his rehabilitation from Tommy John surgery.
The 2023 Cy Young Award winner and six-time All-Star began his throwing program before the Yankees started a three-game series against the Twins with a 6-2 victory. It was 20 pitches off flat ground.
“It felt really good today. I was fairly accurate and had a good time,” Cole said. “It’s a big one, first day throwing. Been building up to it for a few weeks, so it’s nice to get outside and get it accomplished and have it go well.”
Cole, 34, underwent surgery March 11 to repair a torn ligament in his right elbow after appearing in two spring training games.
The operation included an internal brace in the hope of speeding up his recovery. Cole said the next big step is getting on the mound.
“Excited for him. He’s done a good job with rehab,” manager Aaron Boone said. “This is one of those cool markers along the way that is significant to hit.”
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