The New York Yankees defeated the Los Angeles Angels 5-4 in the Bronx on Wednesday night, moving to a 2-1 lead in the series with the finale set for Thursday.
The win kept New York ahead in the best-of-five, with the Yankees holding the advantage as the teams prepare for a decisive game the following day.
After the game, Yankees manager Aaron Boone provided an update on Gerrit Cole. Bryan Hoch of MLB.com reported that Cole will make a rehab start for the Somerset Patriots on Friday.
Cole missed the entire 2025 season, continuing his lengthy comeback timeline. He previously posted a 3.41 ERA over 17 appearances in 2024, finishing with an 8-5 record.
The update signals a significant step in Cole’s return to full strength, as he works through rehab appearances before rejoining the rotation. The Yankees will look to his progression as they close out the series against Los Angeles.
