Cole Poised for Friday Return as Yankees Navigate Stanton’s Setback and Bullpen Woes
Gerrit Cole is set to rejoin the Yankees’ rotation Friday against the Rays after his rehab start, while Giancarlo Stanton remains out with a calf strain and MRI results continue to show the issue, delaying his ramp-up. Boone confirmed Cole’s readiness for immediate competition. The piece also touches on bullpen struggles with David Bednar and a Boone ejection sparked by umpire calls, highlighting ongoing Yankees’ injury and performance concerns.