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Cole Leads Yankees Pitching Charge
21 Aug
Summary
- Gerrit Cole is a key reason for Yankees' rotation confidence.
- Cole has a 1.46 ERA in his last four starts.
- Injuries to Max Fried are being managed by the team.
The Yankees' pitching rotation is demonstrating resilience, even with Max Fried recently placed on the injured list due to a bone bruise in his pitching elbow. This setback is expected to keep him out for at least 15 days.
Gerrit Cole has been a significant factor in the team's confidence. He has performed exceptionally well since returning from Tommy John surgery, boasting a 1.46 ERA over his last four starts. Cole has allowed two runs or fewer in each of these recent outings.
Cole stated that he focuses on competing against the hitter rather than being affected by the offense's struggles. The Yankees are counting on Cole, Fried, Cam Schlittler, and Carlos Rodón to form the core of their postseason rotation.
Will Warren and Ryan Weathers will continue as starters, with no discussions of moving them to the bullpen. Manager Aaron Boone expressed confidence in the entire rotation, highlighting it as a strength for the team.
