On Monday at Yankee Stadium, Gerrit Cole spoke about his recovery from Tommy John surgery for the first time since his March procedure.

The 34-year-old right-hander revealed that his elbow brace was removed approximately two and a half weeks ago, marking a significant milestone in his rehabilitation. Cole is scheduled to begin a throwing program in August, adhering to the typical six-month return to throwing schedule.

Gerrit Cole is having to watch from off the field as his New York Yankees look to make another World Series run, but the star pitcher is working to get back on the mound as soon as he can following Tommy John surgery. Cole said the weeks after his initial elbow injury were scary, but things are looking better now.