Gerrit Cole is on track to return to the Yankees after one more Minor League rehab start. In his latest outing for Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, he reached a speed of 99.6 mph, throwing 86 pitches in 5 1/3 innings. The Yankees aim for him to rejoin the rotation during their upcoming series against the Royals, as Cole continues to recover from Tommy John surgery.

By the Numbers
  • Cole pitched 5 1/3 innings, allowing 1 run on 6 hits.
  • He averaged 97 mph on his fastball, striking out 6 batters.
  • In 29 Minor League innings, he has a 4.66 ERA with 15 earned runs allowed.
State of Play
  • Cole’s rehabilitation has progressed well, with increased pitch count and velocity.
  • Max Fried is on the 15-day injured list, prompting rotation adjustments.
  • The Yankees have depth in their pitching, with Cam Schlittler and others performing well.
What's Next

Cole is scheduled for one more rehab start, with a return to the Yankees projected for late May or early June. This comeback is crucial as the Yankees look to strengthen their rotation amid various injuries.

Bottom Line

Cole's impending return is vital for the Yankees, especially given the current injury situation in their pitching staff. His performance will be closely monitored as he looks to stabilize the rotation and contribute to the team's success.