Yankees’ Gerrit Cole looks to ‘build on’ impressive first start of season
Gerrit Cole is looking to build on his impressive first start of the season after returning from Tommy John surgery. He pitched six shutout innings against the Rays and is preparing for his next start against the Royals. Manager Aaron Boone praised Cole's performance and game management during his return to the mound.
- ▪Gerrit Cole's first start in 17 months was against the Rays, where he threw six shutout innings.
- ▪Manager Aaron Boone expressed confidence in Cole's ability to manage game situations effectively.
- ▪Cole is expected to have around 80 pitches available for his next start against the Royals.
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MLB New York Yankees Yankees’ Gerrit Cole looks to ‘build on’ impressive first start of season By Greg Joyce Published May 27, 2026, 4:45 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Gerrit Cole’s first start of the season — his first start on a big league mound in 17 months — came with plenty of buzz Friday. Now comes the hard part: trying to do it all over again five days later Wednesday night against the Royals. Access the Yankees beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Greg Joyce about the inside buzz on the Yankees.
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