Gerrit Cole returns to Yankees rotation after lengthy recovery from elbow surgery
Gerrit Cole made his return to the Yankees rotation after a lengthy recovery from elbow surgery. He pitched six shutout innings against the Tampa Bay Rays, showcasing his skills with a fastball reaching the upper-90s. Despite the Yankees losing the game, Cole's performance brought optimism to the team and its fans.
- ▪Gerrit Cole returned to the Yankees rotation after over a year of recovery from reconstructive elbow surgery.
- ▪He pitched six shutout innings, allowing only two hits and striking out two batters.
- ▪Cole's return is seen as a significant boost for the Yankees, despite their loss to the Rays.
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