The New York Yankees have been without ace Gerrit Cole all year. While he won't return to the big leagues this year, he seems to be doing well in his recovery.

It's a good news, bad news situation for the New York Yankees. Gerrit Cole is making progress in his return from injury, but it won't be enough. The good: Cole has begun his throwing program, according to Yankees manager Aaron Boone's comments to reporters on Monday.

The New York Yankees are badly in need of some stability with the stretch run approaching. Injuries have once again played a role in this team spiraling, which began Memorial Day weekend and has continued until