Yankees' Ace Cole Sidelined: Team Eyes Snell Amid Pitching Crisis
March 14, 2024New York Yankees' ace Gerrit Cole sidelined for 1-2 months with elbow ligament tear, missing the start of the 2024 season.
Yankees exploring options for Cole's replacement, considering internal candidates and external additions through free agency or trades.
Potential recruitment of Blake Snell highlighted as a strategic move to strengthen the pitching staff with a short-term, high-value deal.
The success of the Yankees' World Series bid hinges on bolstering the rotation, with a focus on pitchers Carlos Rodon, Nestor Cortes, Clarke Schmidt, and Marcus Stroman in Cole's absence.
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ESPN • Mar 13, 2024
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