Yankees ace Gerrit Cole strikes out 8 over 5 innings in his 5th minor league rehab start

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Gerrit Cole, the ace pitcher for the New York Yankees, showcased his abilities with eight strikeouts over five innings during his fifth minor league rehab start. Despite allowing three runs and four hits, he is working towards returning to the major league roster.

Gerrit Cole struck out eight over five innings in his fifth minor league injury rehabilitation start Sunday as he works his way back to the New York Yankees. The right-hander allowed three runs — two earned — and four hits while walking one for Double-A Somerset at Reading, a Philadelphia Phillies affiliate. Cole has a 5.32 ERA over 23 2/3 innings with 22 strikeouts and two walks.