Yankees' Gerrit Cole Set to Begin Rehab Assignment Tuesday

Ace pitcher Gerrit Cole aims for a late June return as Clarke Schmidt's injury reshapes Yankees' rotation.

Gerrit Cole to start rehab with Double-A Somerset on Tuesday after recovering from elbow inflammation.
The Yankees' pitching staff has excelled despite Cole's absence, posting a 2.73 ERA.
Clarke Schmidt's lat strain sidelines him for at least two months, creating a gap in the rotation.
Cody Poteet steps up from Triple-A to fill Schmidt's spot, delivering strong performances.
Cole's potential return by June 25 could coincide with the Subway Series against the Mets.