Gerrit Cole’s Yankees return suddenly feels very real after eye-opening rehab outing
Gerrit Cole's return to the New York Yankees is becoming increasingly likely following a strong rehab outing. He showcased impressive velocity, reaching 99.6 mph during his start with Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. This performance is crucial for the Yankees as they navigate a challenging season with injuries affecting their rotation.
- ▪Gerrit Cole touched 99.6 mph during his latest rehab outing.
- ▪He threw 86 pitches over 5 1/3 innings, averaging 97 mph with his fastball.
- ▪Cole allowed one run on six hits while striking out six and walking just one.
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