Yankees' Gerrit Cole Likely Out for 2025 Season After Tommy John Surgery Recommendation

The star pitcher is seeking a second opinion on his elbow injury, but surgery appears increasingly probable, leaving the Yankees with major roster challenges.

Gerrit Cole, the Yankees' ace and 2023 AL Cy Young Award winner, has been recommended to undergo Tommy John surgery after experiencing elbow discomfort during spring training.
Cole is meeting with Dr. Neal ElAttrache in California for a second opinion, but Yankees officials are preparing for the likelihood that he will miss the entire 2025 season.
The Yankees' rotation faces additional strain as 2024 AL Rookie of the Year Luis Gil is sidelined for at least three months with a lat strain, and other key players are dealing with injuries.
Reports suggest the Yankees may explore trade options to bolster their pitching staff, with names like Sandy Alcántara and Dylan Cease being floated as potential targets.
Cole's injury compounds challenges for a Yankees team that entered the season with high expectations but now faces questions about its playoff and championship prospects.