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.
Overview
- 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.