Carlos Rodon receives encouraging update on his injury rehabilitation with the Yankees

Carlos Rodon Anticipates Return This Saturday

Carlos Rodon is hopeful to get back on the mound this Saturday after experiencing tightness in his right hamstring following a workout earlier in the week.

The left-handed pitcher is currently in recovery from elbow surgery he underwent in the offseason. While he was aiming to start his minor league rehab assignment soon, it seems that will be delayed a bit. This is likely due to needing another round of live batting practice and some other controlled sessions before he’s ready.

Rodon expressed optimism, saying, “Hopefully it’s just a little bump in the road.” He took some time to watch the Yankees’ home opener on Friday, perhaps a distraction from his own situation.

His last performance included a 50-pitch live batting practice session on Sunday. Despite the hamstring discomfort he experienced during running drills, he mentioned that he has managed to stick to his pitching program.

He also noted that the longer he stays off the mound, the harder it becomes to keep up with his pitch count. Still, he feels he is “heading in the right direction.” If everything progresses smoothly, he could start his rehab once he completes the next live session, as long as he’s fit to run and handle his position.

There’s really no telling how many rehab outings he might require before being ready to rejoin the rotation.

Yankees manager Aaron Boone described Rodon’s hamstring issue as “minor.”

But it looks like expectations for Rodon to re-enter the rotation by the end of the month are somewhat subdued.

Adding to the pitching woes, ace Gerrit Cole is also recovering from Tommy John surgery he had last year. His rehabilitation seems to be progressing well, with a potential return expected around mid-May to early June.

Boone has indicated that there isn’t a minor league rehab assignment currently planned for Cole, but noted that his progress remains strong.

“It’s going well,” Boone stated. “Every bullpen session and live batting practice I’ve seen has been really encouraging. He just needs to keep building on these good days and stick to his timeline.”

The Yankees’ pitching staff has performed impressively in the early season, boasting a combined ERA of 0.53—the best in MLB history through the first six games.