Injured Yankees Ace Gerrit Cole Shares Heart-Warming Update

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Kristie Ackert | Last updated Apr 3, 2025 6:31 PM ET

Even while sidelined, Gerrit Cole remains a central part of the Yankees’ clubhouse and clearly, the fans haven’t forgotten him either.

On Wednesday, Cole shared a rare message on Instagram, posting a photo of eight hand-drawn get-well cards from young fans. The cards were full of pinstripes, hearts, rainbows, and Yankees logos. They were wishing Cole well after his recent Tommy John surgery. “Feel Better,” and “Get Well,” were hand-lettered on the cards.

Cole captioned the photo: “Thank you for all the support. This warms my heart. Go Bombers!”

The post marked a rare public message from Cole since the news broke in mid-March that the Yankees’ ace would undergo surgery, sidelining him for the 2025 season. While the team hasn’t put an exact timeline on his recovery, Cole is expected to be out until sometime in 2026.

Cole posted on Instagram last month, after the surgery, but he hasn’t been heard from much since.

The Yankees' rotation was hit hard this spring. Besides losing Cole for the season and part of 2026, they are also without 2024 Reigning Rookie of the Year Luis Gil for at least three months after straining a lat. They also began the season without Clarke Schmidt, who is expected back in mid-April, after a spring training that was interrupted by back issues.

Max Fried, whom the Yankees signed to a record $218 million deal this winter, has stepped in as their ace. They have to hope Carlos Rodon can find himself in his third year with the Yankees and rookie Will Warren will develop into a strong starter.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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