Yankees Face Challenge as Gerrit Cole Sidelined with Elbow Injury

With ace pitcher Gerrit Cole expected to miss significant time, the New York Yankees explore options to fill the void in their rotation.

Gerrit Cole, the Yankees' ace and reigning AL Cy Young Award winner, is sidelined due to an elbow injury, with a return not likely until May or June.
Cole's injury puts pressure on the Yankees' offense and raises questions about the team's pitching rotation's ability to compensate.
The Yankees are considering both internal and external options to replace Cole, including free agents and potential trades.
Historical examples suggest teams can still succeed despite losing key pitchers, offering hope for the Yankees' season.
The situation has sparked discussions about the Yankees' strategy and whether they should invest in another pitcher to bolster their rotation.