The New York Yankees certainly have been busy. New York had a disappointing 2023 season and responded by being one of the most active teams in baseball this offseason.
The Yankees made a plethora of additions including Juan Soto, Marcus Stroman, and Alex Verdugo. Although the Yankees made a few additions, the starting rotation still has some question marks.
New York has been linked to two-time Cy Young Award winner Blake Snell but a signing seems unlikely at this point. The Yankees also were linked to Chicago White Sox superstar Dylan Cease but didn’t get a deal done. It’s not…
Gerrit Cole: Yankees Ace Reflects on Cy Young Win & Drive for Excellence
By BVM Sportsdesk,
Gerrit Cole was honored with the 2023 American League Cy Young Award, marking a full-circle moment in his baseball journey and validating his hard work and consistent greatness. Beyond the accolade, Cole remains committed to maintaining his high performance and is more excited about Spring Training than winning the award.
By the Numbers
Cole’s lifetime 3.17 ERA ranks him fifth among active pitchers with at least 1,000 innings pitched.
He has won the AL ERA title twice and reached 20 wins with the Astros in 2019.
State of Play
Cole’s consistency and fierce work ethic have positioned him as a potential Hall of Famer, impressing the Yankees’ general manager and elevating the team’s rotation.
His 2023 season was marked by standout performances, including breaking the Yankees’ single-season strikeout record and pitching a shutout against the Toronto Blue Jays.
What’s Next
Cole aims to duplicate his performance from the previous year, contribute to the team’s success, and continue striving for a championship.
Bottom Line
Gerrit Cole’s Cy Young Award is a testament to his consistent greatness and unwavering commitment to excellence, marking a significant moment in his career and affirming his place among the Yankees’ pitching legends.
