Gerrit Cole, the New York Yankees pitcher, is making significant progress in his recovery. Cole is scheduled to toss live batting practice again on Thursday in Tampa, marking his third session against hitters. This follows a two-inning, 30-pitch outing on Saturday. Cole threw 43 pitches in his latest session on May 30 and reported feeling good afterward. He mentioned that the next steps involve recovery and a possible rehab assignment, depending on how his recovery progresses. Cole's activities, including a simulated game, were documented through an exclusive interview and footage by @jbrophybaseball.
The always persistent @jbrophybaseball caught up briefly with Cole after his simulated game earlier today at the minor league complex in Tampa. Cole said a rehab assignment could be next but needs to “double check.” Hat tip to John… https://t.co/q4ZEShXnNg
NYYU Exclusive: Gerrit Cole Footage and Interview. Great work again by @jbrophybaseball #yankees #Gerritcole #Yankeeshighlights #YankeesTwitter VIDEO: https://t.co/G21MsO3IEK https://t.co/GSww7jfugB
Gerrit Cole throws to live hitters on Thursday https://t.co/4ibM3IYWwk
Gerrit Cole tossed today at the Tampa complex. Interview with @jbrophybaseball: https://t.co/aqohXs7T1N
Gerrit Cole briefly spoke to me, exclusive to @NYYUNDERGROUND Tl;dr - he feels good after 43 pitches, next steps are to recover & possible rehab soon depending on how recovery goes. https://t.co/ehCO95vg3y
Gerrit Cole is scheduled to toss live batting practice again on Thursday in Tampa, Aaron Boone said. It'll be Cole's third session vs. hitters, following a two-inning, 30-pitch outing on Saturday.