Gerrit Cole to make 2026 season debut vs. Rays on Friday

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New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole will return from Tommy John surgery to make his season debut Friday against the Tampa Bay Rays.

The 2023 American League Cy Young Award winner confirmed his readiness after completing a minor league rehab assignment. Cole touched 99.6 mph with his fastball during his most recent start for Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre and reported feeling strong upon returning to New York. Yankees manager Aaron Boone announced the activation from the injured list on Tuesday, shifting plans after Cole expressed confidence in his recovery progress.

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Astros celebrate 7-4 victory over Yankees at Daikin Park, snapping eight-game streak, with pitcher Arrighetti on mound and scoreboard visible.
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Astros defeat Yankees 7-4, snap eight-game win streak

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The Houston Astros beat the New York Yankees 7-4 on Sunday at Daikin Park, halting New York's eight-game winning streak. Yankees starter Luis Gil allowed six earned runs in four-plus innings and was optioned to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre afterward. Spencer Arrighetti earned his third win by limiting the Yankees to one run over seven innings.

Gerrit Cole scheduled for 2026 spring debut against Red Sox

New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole is set to make his first Grapefruit League appearance of 2026 spring training on Wednesday against the Boston Red Sox. The 35-year-old right-hander, recovering from Tommy John surgery last March, plans to throw one inning at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Port Charlotte, Florida. Yankees manager Aaron Boone described the milestone as exciting but emphasized it aligns with Cole's steady rehab progress.

Gerrit Cole scheduled to make one more rehab start

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New York Yankees right-hander Gerrit Cole is set to complete one final Minor League rehab assignment before rejoining the major league rotation. The 2025 Tommy John surgery recovery has progressed steadily, with Cole recently touching 99.6 mph during a start at Triple-A. The team expects him back for a series against the Royals later this month.

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Carlos Rodón faced live hitters for the second time in less than a week during New York Yankees spring training in Tampa, Florida. The left-hander threw 30 pitches over two simulated innings, marking progress since his October elbow surgery. Manager Aaron Boone expressed optimism about Rodón's recovery and the team's pitching depth.

Carlos Lagrange impresses Gerrit Cole with velocity in Yankees spring training

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Prospect Carlos Lagrange has drawn praise from Gerrit Cole during New York Yankees spring training in Tampa, Florida, for his triple-digit fastballs. The 22-year-old right-hander threw multiple pitches over 100 mph in live batting practice, leaving the former Cy Young winner astonished. Lagrange's performance has sparked discussions about his potential big-league impact this season.

Rays sweep Twins as Griffin Jax excels in opener role

The Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Minnesota Twins 4-2 on Sunday at Tropicana Field, completing their third sweep of the season. Griffin Jax, formerly a starter with the Twins, pitched 2 1/3 strong innings as opener to spark the victory. The win marked the Rays' fourth straight triumph and improved their record to 16-11.

Rays and Yankees lead competitive AL East race

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The Tampa Bay Rays and New York Yankees have emerged as the top teams in the American League East through the first quarter of the 2026 season. The Baltimore Orioles, Toronto Blue Jays and Boston Red Sox trail after uneven starts marked by injuries and inconsistent play.

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