Yankees' Gerrit Cole Makes Announcement on Monday

Beyond his recovery on the mound, Cole has also made headlines off the field with a new partnership that underscores his influence beyond baseball.

On Monday, Cole took to social media to showcase a new partnership with UNTUCKit, an apparel brand known for creating shirts specifically designed to be worn untucked.

“Big news: Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole is joining Team UNTUCKit. It’s a new chapter—with a comeback mindset to start the year strong,” the post read in a collaborated announcement between Cole and the brand.

This off-field move highlights how Cole continues to maintain a strong presence both inside and outside the game, keeping his profile visible even as he works toward returning from injury.

Gerrit Cole’s Return Could Define Yankees’ 2026 Season

Cole has long been regarded as one of the best pitchers in baseball, and his most recent healthy stretch in 2024 demonstrated that he can still perform at an elite level. That season, he posted a 3.41 ERA across 17 starts, striking out 99 batters in 95 innings.

Just a year earlier, in 2023, Cole captured the American League Cy Young Award, further cementing his place among the game’s elite.

His track record remains impressive as a six-time All-Star, yet he is still searching for his first World Series title. That pursuit continues with his childhood team in pinstripes, where he hopes to deliver on the biggest stage.

The Yankees are the third organization of his career, following his MLB debut with the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2013 and a successful stint with the Houston Astros before signing his nine-year deal in New York.

Now entering his 13th season in the big leagues, Cole’s body of work reflects both longevity and excellence. For the Yankees, a successful return from their ace could prove pivotal, serving as the difference between simply competing and truly contending for a championship in 2026.