New York Yankees vs. Tampa Bay Rays: Gerrit Cole vs. Nick Martinez
The New York Yankees are set to face the Tampa Bay Rays in a crucial three-game series this weekend. Currently, the Yankees are 4.5 games behind the Rays in the AL East standings. Gerrit Cole will make his 2026 debut after recovering from Tommy John surgery, while Nick Martinez has been performing well for the Rays.
- ▪The Yankees are 4.5 games behind the Rays for the best record in the AL East.
- ▪Gerrit Cole is making his 2026 debut after a successful rehab from Tommy John surgery.
- ▪Nick Martinez has a 1.51 ERA in nine starts for the Rays this season.
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