Yankees to regain pitching power with Schmidt, Gil, and Cole’s weekend return
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- September 3, 2024
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The New York Yankees are preparing for a critical weekend series, boosted by the return of several key players, including Clarke Schmidt, Luis Gil, Gerrit Cole, and Jon Berti.
Schmidt, Gil and Cole set to rejoin rotation this weekend
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Clarke Schmidt is expected to be activated from the 60-day injured list and start Saturday’s game against the Chicago Cubs, marking his return after a lat strain sidelined him in late May. Schmidt completed three rehab outings, including a strong 4.2-inning performance with Double-A Somerset, striking out seven.
Luis Gil, recovering from Tommy John surgery, will rejoin the rotation on Friday. Manager Aaron Boone indicated that Gil could share pitching duties with Nestor Cortes, who is also returning from injury. Both pitchers are expected to be in the lineup against the Cubs, according to Chris Kirschner of The Athletic.
Yankees ace Gerrit Cole, who exited Monday’s game against the Texas Rangers due to calf cramping, reassured reporters that the issue is minor and won’t impact his availability. Cole had pitched six innings, allowing one run and striking out nine before the cramp forced him to leave the game. The team confirmed the injury is not serious.
Luis Gil will start Friday for the Yankees vs. the Cubs.
— Chris Kirschner (@ChrisKirschner) September 3, 2024
Clarke Schmidt will start on Saturday.
Gerrit Cole will start of Sunday.
Nestor Cortes will piggyback for either Gil or Schmidt. He’ll go back into the rotation vs. Boston.
Berti nears return to lineup
Jon Berti is also close to rejoining the Yankees. According to SNY, Berti could be back with the team soon, strengthening the Yankees as they enter a crucial phase of the season.
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