Yankees’ Gerrit Cole Faces Potential Season-Ending Elbow Surgery

The star pitcher is seeking a second opinion on his elbow injury, with Tommy John surgery being a possible outcome.

Gerrit Cole is consulting with Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles to evaluate his right elbow discomfort, which may require Tommy John surgery.
The injury follows a similar issue last spring, though this year there is greater concern about the severity and potential long-term impact.
Cole experienced elbow soreness after his spring training outing on Thursday, during which he allowed six runs over 2 2/3 innings.
The Yankees are considering rotation adjustments, with Max Fried likely stepping in as Opening Day starter and rookie Will Warren emerging as a potential replacement.
Speculation has arisen about the Yankees pursuing a trade for a top-tier pitcher like Dylan Cease, though such a move would come with significant costs.