The New York Yankees just took down the Texas Rangers, but the biggest win of the night might have come off the field. With the team firing on all cylinders at 23-11, fans are eagerly awaiting the return of two of the biggest arms in the rotation: Carlos Rodón and Gerrit Cole.
After sending Anthony Volpe down to the minors, the Yankees sent a clear message: they are all-in on a World Series run this season. To make that happen, they need their aces healthy and ready. The good news? Both Rodón and Cole are progressing nicely, and one could be back in pinstripes sooner than you think.
According to Chris Kirschner of The Athletic, Rodón is expected to make one more rehab start on Tuesday. If all goes well, he could make his season debut as early as May 10. That's a massive boost for a starting rotation that already leads Major League Baseball with a 2.74 ERA—and that's without their two best pitchers. Cole, meanwhile, is still a few weeks away but is reportedly "progressing well."
Here's the beauty of the Yankees' current situation: they don't have to rush anyone. With the rotation already dominating, the team can afford to be patient and smart. They won't bring Rodón back until they're fully confident in his form, and that's the right call. The last thing you want is to rush a star arm and risk a setback.
As the Yankees continue to stack wins, the return of Rodón and Cole could turn a great team into an unstoppable one. Keep your eyes on the mound—the best is yet to come.
