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Yankees name Gerrit Cole to start ALDS Game 1
Original: The hidden reason behind the Yankees choosing Gerrit Cole to start Game 1 of the ALDS https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7
The New York Yankees have chosen Gerrit Cole to start Game 1 of their ALDS series against Tampa Bay at Tropicana Field. A report suggests there is a hidden reason behind the decision beyond Cole's status as the staff ace. Fans and analysts are debating the strategic thinking behind handing the ball to Cole in the postseason opener.
Why now: The Yankees' playoff rotation choice is drawing attention as postseason baseball begins.
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- The hidden reason behind the Yankees choosing Gerrit Cole to start Game 1 of the ALDS https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7653503/2026/10/03/yankees-gerrit-cole-alds-game-1-tropicana-field/ # Sports # Baseball # NYY · nyt_sports@robot.villas · 1
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