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The New York Yankees will be without their ace for the entire 2025 season. Gerrit Cole is set to have Tommy John surgery, ending his age-34 season before it even started. Now, with World Series expectations as always, the Yankees need their pitching to step up. The player who has to level up this season […]

The New York Yankees will be without starting pitcher Gerrit Cole for all of 2025 as he recovers from Tommy John surgery, and the options to replace him aren’t exactly appealing. Yankees general manager Brian Cashman spoke to the media at spring training on Tuesday and he confirmed it’s not likely that the club will […]

The New York Yankees thought they were forming a formidable duo atop their rotation when they signed Max Fried to an eight-year, $218 million deal this offseason, but that will not be the case with Gerrit Cole needing Tommy John surgery and expecting to miss the 2025 season. Fried spoke on that loss and how […]

The New York Yankees took a brutal blow on Monday after it was announced that ace pitcher Gerrit Cole would miss the entire 2025 season with an elbow injury. Cole will receive Tommy John surgery on his throwing arm and hopes to return to the mound in the 2026 season. It’s harsh news for the […]

The New York Yankees are gearing up to make another run at a championship after falling short in the World Series last season, but that task got much more difficult before they could even make it out of spring training. Star pitcher Gerrit Cole got some exams on his elbow after his latest tuneup start, […]

The New York Yankees owe ace pitcher Gerrit Cole $36 million in 2025 and there’s a good chance the former Cy Young winner won’t even pitch an inning. Cole woke up with pain in his elbow after his most recent start, and a doctor has recommended Tommy John surgery that would, at minimum, wipe out […]

The New York Yankees are defending their American League title without Juan Soto. After the slugger moved across town to the New York Mets, the Bombers made some additions but knew they needed great health to have a great season. Spring training has not been kind in that department. CBS Sports’ Jim Bowden reported Sunday […]

As the New York Yankees seek to capture World Series title number 28, their quest may have just gotten a bit tougher. On Friday evening, MLB Network’s Jon Morosi posted on X (formerly Twitter) that staff ace Gerrit Cole will be undergoing diagnostic tests on his throwing elbow soon. “Gerrit Cole is undergoing diagnostic tests […]

The Paul Skenes warning was sent via an ex-MLB All-Star before Spring Training. However, former Pittsburgh Pirates ace Gerrit Cole was one to give the 2024 rookie some advice. Throughout the season, the two would connect. Interestingly enough, it was not only a one-way street. Skenes would also reach out and ask for some pointers […]

The New York Yankees reached the World Series in 2024 on the strength of their potent one-two punch of Aaron Judge and Juan Soto. This season, the Yankees are relying on a talented and deep starting rotation led by the one-two punch of Gerrit Cole and Max Fried. New York signed Fried this offseason to […]

Gerrit Cole and Rogers Clemens have both earned four Opening Day starts for the New York Yankees. Now, Clemens is back in Tampa to help out at Yankees’ camp and he had some tips for his former team’s current ace. Cole, a six-time All-Star and former Cy Young winner, is coming off a tough, injury-affected […]

Losing Juan Soto has defined the New York Yankees’ offseason. While Soto’s 41 homers will be missed, his record-breaking contract has taken away from the star power the Bombers do have. As spring training games begin, the veterans are ramping up and almost ready for game action. Aaron Judge and Gerrit Cole squared off on […]

Ever since the New York Yankees announced that they would change their facial hair policy, the baseball world has been buzzing and speaking about the change. While there have been some people such as Yankees manager Aaron Boone who commented on it, another was fan Nick Turturro. He would speak about the news, saying that […]

After getting the Grapefruit League opener, New York Yankees pitcher Marcus Stroman is doubling down on his comments regarding the starting rotation. Despite the uncertainty around his role, Stroman has “zero” worries about how things will shake out. Stroman looked alright in Friday’s game against the Rays, allowing two singles in a 13-pitch scoreless inning. […]

The baseball world was shocked when the New York Yankees announced that the organization would be relaxing on their facial hair policy. The Yankees’ announcement to allow beards is no doubt a surprising one since it’s been a policy that has been in effect for several decades as team executive Brian Cashman made a humorous […]

It’s easy to criticize the New York Yankees for their decision to extend the contract of manager Aaron Boone for two more years. He has not been able to add to the franchise’s total of 27 World Series titles even though he has been managing the team since the 2018 season. These are the Yankees […]

The New York Yankees had quite an eventful offseason. They lost the Juan Soto sweepstakes to the crosstown New York Mets but kept adding after that. With Cody Bellinger, Devin Williams, and Paul Goldschmidt in town, they are ready to defend their AL crown. But starting pitcher Max Fried is their biggest addition and says […]

New York Yankees right-hander pitcher Gerrit Cole opted out of his four-year, $144 million contract back in November. To prevent Cole from reaching free agency, the Yankees’ only initial option was to void his opt-out and offer a one-year, $36 million extension, resulting in a five-year deal worth $180 million. However, the deal didn’t come […]

Although he exercised his opt-out back at the start of the offseason, New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole ultimately elected to stay in the Bronx, picking back up the four years remaining on his original 10-year deal. And about a month after Cole decided to stay in New York, the Yankees signed two-time All-Star Max […]

The New York Yankees had a solid season in 2024 that allowed them to compete for yet another World Series title. However, after getting through the American League playoffs by beating the Kansas City Royals and the Cleveland Guardians, the Yankees fell apart in the World Series to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Yankees getting over […]

Two of the biggest storylines for the New York Yankees this offseason were what they would do with manager Aaron Boone and ace Gerrit Cole’s contracts. Even after a disastrous World Series performance, the Yankees exercised Boone’s 2025 option and were able to work out an agreement for Cole to remain with the team after […]

The New York Yankees were confident that Gerrit Cole, who’s already 34 years of age, wouldn’t dare opt out of his contract, and thus they decided not to void his option to do so by tacking on another year to his contract — giving him an additional $36 million for when he’s 38 years old. […]

Gerrit Cole caused some panic among New York Yankees fans after initially opting out of his contract after the World Series. However, it was recently revealed that Cole will remain with the Yankees. Although New York may have the upper-hand in potential contract extension talks, MLB insider Ken Rosenthal made it clear that the Yankees […]

New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole decided to stay on his current contract with the team, after previously opting out to see if the team would void that by tacking on another year to the deal. The Yankees ended up not doing that, and Cole decided to stay on the current deal rather than hitting […]

The Yankees’ ace is staying in town, as Gerrit Cole and the Yankees have agreed to continue their current agreement. Yankees fans may not have even had the possibility of their ace leaving on their radar a week ago, but a clause in Cole’s contract briefly allowed for the possibility. Cole had the option to […]

After New York Yankees starting pitcher Gerrit Cole opted out of his four-year, $144 million deal, the 11-year right-hander balked on a potential extension and will remain in the Big Apple. Cole is staying with the Yankees on the same four-year deal he opted out of, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. “Right-hander Gerrit Cole is […]

The New York Yankees reportedly are expected to extend Gerrit Cole’s contract for one more year at $36 million to keep him off of the free agent market, according to Jim Bowden. On Saturday, Gerrit Cole announced that he was opting out of his nine-year, $324 million contract. As noted above, the Yankees can void […]

Gerrit Cole reportedly opted out of his contract with the New York Yankees on Saturday. The Yankees can void the opt-out by adding an extra year and $36 million onto the four years and $144 million Cole’s contract already has remaining, per Kiley McDaniel of ESPN. Regardless of whether or not the Yankees decide to […]

New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole almost led the team to a World Series victory in 2024. The Yankees fell short against the Los Angeles Dodgers, though, and now Cole is reportedly opting out of his contract, Kiley McDaniel of ESPN reports. However, McDaniel revealed how the Yankees can void the opt out. “BREAKING: New […]

In reflecting on New York Yankees star Gerrit Cole’s World Series performances, John Smoltz wanted to highlight the ace pitcher’s mental fortitude while speaking on Foul Territory. “By winning (Game 1), (the Dodgers) used all their real assets, all their leverage pitchers, and it put them right in the position they needed to be. And […]

The New York Yankees fell in the 2024 World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Dodgers rode a resilient Blake Treinen and a monster fifth-inning offensive output to complete the comeback on Wednesday night. This fifth-inning rally from Los Angeles was aided by a major blunder from New York starter Gerrit Cole. Cole faced […]

New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole is set to take the mound on Wednesday night in Game 5 of the World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Cole is known for his pitching prowess in big games, and a recent statistic displays his dominance in Game 5s of the postseason as well. Cole has surrendered […]

The New York Yankees are down three games to none to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series. After Gerrit Cole dominated Game 1, the Bombers took the lead in the tenth inning. Freddie Freeman’s walk-off grand slam gave all the moment to LA and they have rode that to three straight wins. No […]

After the New York Yankees lost Game 3 of the World Series Monday night, the FOX Sports postgame crew discussed New York’s pitching plans for Game 4. Alex Rodriguez suggested the Yanks start ace Gerrit Cole on short rest. David Ortiz agreed that Cole should at the very least be available in relief, likening the […]

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone, who’s always tinkering with the lineup, made it abundantly clear that he will not start Gerrit Cole in Game 4 of the World Series on short rest, per MLB insider Bryan Hoch. “There is no scenario in which Gerrit Cole starts Game 4 on short rest, Aaron Boone said. […]

The New York Yankees are down 2-0 in the World Series before playing a home game. Gerrit Cole got the ball in Game 1 and was spectacular but the team could not lock it down. They need to hit their stride starting on Monday and Cole hopes that some special clothes can spark the Yankees. […]

The New York Yankees are down 0-1 in the World Series after an epic walk-off grand slam by Freddie Freeman. The hobbled veteran conjured images of Kirk Gibson’s game-winning two-run homer in the 1988 World Series. The Yankees went to the bullpen early, pulling starter Gerrit Cole after 88 pitches. The Yankees will send Carlos […]

New York Yankees legend Derek Jeter did not like the team’s decision to pull Gerrit Cole in Game 1 of the World Series on Friday night. The  Yankees were getting a scintillating performance from Cole against the Los Angeles Dodgers. They had a 2-1 lead in the bottom of the seventh inning, and when Cole […]

The New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers will go head-to-head in the 2024 World Series. The ’24 Fall Classic projects to be competitive while receiving no shortage of attention as two of MLB’s most popular teams play against one another. Many storylines will revolve around Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge, but Yankees ace Gerrit […]