New York Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole will be sidelined for three to four weeks due to nerve irritation and edema in his throwing elbow. The decision was made after Cole experienced difficulty in bouncing back following spring training starts. Cole attributed the issue to pushing himself too hard too quickly, emphasizing the importance of hitting baseline recovery during this time of the year.
If necessary, Cole may be placed on the 60-day injured list, potentially delaying his return until late May. The Yankees' general manager mentioned that Cole will require a period resembling spring training once he resumes throwing before rejoining the team.
