Gerrit Cole Sidelined for 3-4 Weeks with Elbow Injury

Yankees' ace to undergo rest and rehabilitation, ruling out need for Tommy John surgery.

Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole diagnosed with nerve inflammation and edema in his right elbow, sidelining him for 3-4 weeks without throwing.
Cole's diagnosis came after a visit to Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles, confirming no need for Tommy John surgery.
The right-hander will undergo a period of rest and rehabilitation before a potential return to the mound in late May or early June.
Nestor Cortes will replace Cole as the Opening Day starter against the Astros.
Cole's condition was caused by ramping up too quickly in spring training, leading to his current recovery plan.