Gerrit Cole's Start Pushed Back
Gerrit Cole's start for the New York Yankees has been pushed back a day. The ace pitcher will now take the mound on Monday against the Detroit Tigers.
The Yankees made the decision to give every one of their starting pitchers an extra day's rest. Manager Aaron Boone said this was due to the team playing 16 games in 16 days.
Gerrit Cole has pitched well since returning from injury. In five starts, he's 2-1 with a 2.57 ERA. Boone believes Cole's body has responded well to pitching in the majors again.
The Yankees will start prospect Elmer Rodríguez in place of Cole on Sunday. Rodríguez has made three starts in the majors this season, going 0-1 with a 4.15 ERA. Boone said Rodríguez has shown poise on the mound.
The decision to push back Cole's start was made to avoid having each member of the rotation pitch three times in a row on regular rest. The Yankees are in the midst of a long stretch of games, and Boone wants to be mindful of his pitchers' workloads.
On Saturday, the Yankees lost 10-2 to the Cincinnati Reds at Yankee Stadium. Cole played catch in center field before the game and seemed fine.
Boone said the team may consider using a six-man rotation at least until the All-Star break, which starts July 13. This would give each of the regular starting pitchers additional rest.
Cam Schlittler leads the Yankees with 95 innings pitched, the third most in baseball. Ryan Weathers has thrown 80 2/3 innings, and Will Warren has thrown 78 1/3 innings.
Rodríguez was the Yankees' No. 6 overall prospect going into the season, according to Keith Law. The 22-year-old rookie has been called up to make the start on Sunday.
The Yankees are looking to manage their pitchers' workloads carefully. Boone said the team wants to play a long game with all its starters, especially with Carlos Rodón set to return from injury.
Gerrit Cole's next start is now set for Monday against the Detroit Tigers. The Yankees will be looking to get back on track after a tough loss on Saturday.
The team's decision to push back Cole's start is a sign of its commitment to managing its pitchers' workloads. With a long stretch of games ahead, the Yankees want to make sure its starters are well-rested and ready to go.
On Tuesday, Cole lasted six innings and threw a season-high 90 pitches, giving up two runs in a win over the Chicago White Sox. He has recovered well from Tommy John surgery, and the Yankees are looking to keep him healthy for the rest of the season.
The Yankees' rotation has been a key part of its success this season. With Cole, Schlittler, and Weathers pitching well, the team is looking to make a push for the playoffs.
Gerrit Cole's start on Monday will be a key game for the Yankees. The team is looking to get back on track after a tough loss, and Cole will be looking to continue his strong pitching.
The Yankees are set to face the Detroit Tigers on Monday. The game will be a test for Cole and the rest of the team, as they look to bounce back from a tough loss.