Gerrit Cole’s blazing performance receives a fiery cheer from Carlos Rodon’s wife Ashley | MLB News

The New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole is not wasting time turning up the heat at the spring training at George M. Steinbrenner Field. The resigned CY Young winner is well in action after his challenging 2024 campaign, marred by the elbow injury that got him sidelined until June. Cole, now, however, with the intense workout on the mound, is reclaiming his status as one of the best pitchers in the league. He, with it, didn’t just impress his teammates but even caught Yankees Carlos Rodón wife Ashley Rodón’s eye. She expressed her admiration on his Instagram post with a series of 🔥🔥🔥 emojis.

Gerrit Cole Spring Training Brings the Heat

Cole’s return to his form after missing over 2 months last season has been the focal point for the New York Yankees this spring. Despite last year’s elbow injury, he is all locked in for the big year. The Yankees recently shared footage of Cole’s powerful spring training session, showing the player dealing with the intensity of midseason. The fans are not the only ones who got hyped after watching it. Ashley Rodón’s reaction to the fire emoji string said it all.
Like Cole, Carlos Rodón is even ramping up for the 2025 season after last year’s strong campaign, where he went 16-9 in the 32 starts. Ashley, while her husband prepares solidifying the role in the Yankees rotation, is making an impact off the field. Through the Rodón Foundation, she, along with her Carlos, is helping couples who are struggling with fertility treatment costs. The foundation offers grants to the ones in need.

Carlos Rodón Backed by Aaron Boone Ahead of 2025 Season

With Cole’s significant boost and the offseason addition of Max Fried, the Yankees now boast the strongest pitching rotations in baseball. The presence of Fried could push Rodón down in the pecking order, but manager Aaron Boone has no doubts about Rodón and his importance. Boone said, “I think he’s developed such a solid routine.” “I feel like he’s in a really good spot now.”
Rodón bounced back in the last season after his difficult 1st season in New York. Now, with Boone’s confidence, he will be the key piece within the World Series push of the New York Yankees. With Cole leading charge, rising stars like Luis Gil offering support and Rodón set to build on the success, the Yankees fans have a lot to be excited about heading to the 2025 season.