The New York Yankees placed right-hander Gerrit Cole on the 60-day injured list ahead of their season opener.
Cole is expected to miss 10-to-12 weeks with an elbow injury but isn't expected to need Tommy John surgery. The 33-year-old won't be eligible to be activated until May 27.
The move clears up a spot on the 40-man roster for right-handed reliever Nick Burdi.