Nestor Cortes Eyes Potential World Series Return for Yankees

The Yankees pitcher, sidelined with an elbow injury, could rejoin the team if they advance to the World Series.

Nestor Cortes has been on the injured list since September 25 due to a flexor strain in his pitching elbow.
Cortes, 29, has not pitched since September 18 but is scheduled to throw batting practice as part of his recovery.
Yankees manager Aaron Boone describes Cortes' return for the World Series as a 'realistic option' if his recovery progresses well.
Cortes finished the season with a 9-10 record and a 3.77 ERA, striking out 162 batters in 174 1/3 innings.
The Yankees lead the Cleveland Guardians 2-0 in the American League Championship Series, with the World Series set to start on October 22 or 25.