The New York Yankees squared off against the Detroit Tigers this past Tuesday, boasting Cy Young candidate Gerrit Cole on the mound. And once again, Cole didn’t disappoint.
Gerrit Cole’s Dominant Performance
Cole has been absolutely dominant this season, and this outing was no different. In a 5–1 victory, Cole pitched six strong innings, allowing just one earned run and eight hits. He struck out seven batters while delivering 104 pitches, 69 of which were strikes. His performance left him with a stellar 2.90 ERA.
In the American League, Cole is setting the pace.