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On YouTubeNew York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / 18 hours ago
Yankees will eventually get the best starting rotation reinforcement there is
The New York Yankees‘ starting rotation has shown remarkable resilience in the absence of ace Gerrit Cole, with notable performances from Nestor Cortes and Carlos Rodon.
New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / April 27
The four adjustments I’d like to see Nestor Cortes make 
Nasty Nestor has shown flashes of his dominant 2022 form, but still has ground to cover before he’s all the way back. A foundational piece of the Yankees’ plans for the starting rotation in 2024 relied on Nestor Cortes rebounding from his injury-plagued 2023 campaign to more closely resemble the pitcher who dominated lineups in 2022.
New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / April 22
The Yankees may have a new star in the starting rotation
In Gerrit Cole’s absence, the New York Yankees have relied heavily on other starters to compensate for the loss. Nestor Cortes and Carlos Rodon, both rebounding from injury-ridden 2023 seasons, have been called upon to elevate their performances.
New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / April 21
Yankees getting All-Star or No-Star performances from lefty starter
The New York Yankees‘ starting rotation has faced challenges at the outset of the 2024 season, and Gerrit Cole’s absence has only intensified expectations of continued volatility in the coming months.
New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / April 20
Yankees get blanked at home as they fall to the Rays 2-0
Following two great wins, the New York Yankees were hoping to make it three in a row on a beautiful Saturday afternoon in the Bronx. Sending Nestor Cortes out there against Zach Eflin, the Yankees would hope to try and secure a series win this afternoon.
New York Yankees News / ClutchPoints / April 20
Yankees’ Nestor Cortes gets MLB response to pump-fake pitch
New York Yankees pitcher Nestor Cortes is getting called for a strike by Major League Baseball. The league informed the hurler that a recent pump-fake pitch he threw against the Cleveland Guardians isn’t legal, per the Associated Press.
New York Yankees News / Just Baseball / April 20
The Yankees Are Holding Down the Fort Without Gerrit Cole
Losing your ace to injury before the season even begins is almost always a recipe for disaster, but the Yankees’ pitching staff has shown otherwise. When
New York Yankees News / Larry Brown Sports / April 14
Did Yankees’ Nestor Cortes go too far with his latest fake pitch?
Nestor Cortes is known for his tricky moves when on the mound, but he may have gone too far on Sunday.
New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / April 14
Yankees drop final game of the series to Guardians in 8-7 loss
After sweeping the doubleheader yesterday, the New York Yankees went into this final game hoping to complete the three-game sweep. With Nestor Cortes coming off of a brilliant start his last time out, the Bronx Bombers were hoping for another lengthy outing as they would have to go into Toronto without an off-day.
MLB News / Field Level Media / April 14
Guardians look to bounce back, avoid sweep vs. Yankees
Looking to build on a much-needed strong showing, Nestor Cortes has a chance to help the New York Yankees continue their sizzling start at the expense of the suddenly struggling Cleveland Guardians.
New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / April 9
Nestor Cortes Jr. heroics, Gerrit Cole news make for encouraging night for Yankees
Between Nestor Cortes Jr.'s heroics on the mound and positive news concerning Gerrit Cole's rehab, it was an encouraging night for the Yankees.
New York Yankees News / Field Level Media / April 8
Juan Soto, Nestor Cortes star as Yanks shut out Marlins
Anthony Volpe and Juan Soto hit three-run homers in a six-run fourth inning, Nestor Cortes pitched a career-high-tying eight innings and the host New York Yankees cruised to a 7-0 victory over the Miami Marlins on Monday night.
New York Yankees News / Larry Brown Sports / March 30
Did Yankees lean too far into sports gambling with social media post?
Many were shocked to see the Yankees openly posting about prop bets on the official team account. They did so on Thursday, going as far as to point out when starting pitcher Nestor Cortes hit the over on strikeouts.
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 29
Best MLB strikeout bets: That's Puk with a 'K'
We went 1-2 with our three strikeout props on Opening Day, cashing Nestor Cortes' over at +110. Let's bounce back with a winning day for Friday's MLB slate.
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 21
The five worst MLB Opening Day starting pitchers
While most teams do not have a true ace, Opening Day is a chance for some to see their top pitchers in a rotation matchup. But for others, it is a reminder of just how bad their pitching staff is.
New York Yankees News / FanNation Inside The Pinstripes / March 16
Nestor Cortes Selected As Yankees' Opening Day Starter
The New York Yankees have decided their starting pitcher on Opening Day - and they went with a fan favorite. Meredith Marakovits, the Yankees' clubhouse reporter for YES Network, announced that Nestor Cortes Jr.
New York Yankees News / ClutchPoints / March 15
Yankees: Nestor Cortes’ heartwarming reaction to being named Opening Day starter
In an ideal world, the New York Yankees will be starting Gerrit Cole when they take on the the Houston Astros in their Opening Day tussle on March 28. However, Spring Training hasn’t exactly gone ideally for the Yankees, as Cole is set to miss at least one to two months due to an elbow injury.
New York Yankees News / Larry Brown Sports / March 9
Yankees pitcher wears unusual denim cleats, but 'jeats' bring bad luck
Unmoved by Cortes’ fashion statement, the Twins proceeded to shell him in the game.
New York Yankees News / FanNation Inside The Pinstripes / March 5
Yankees Pitcher Gives Update About Shoulder
The New York Yankees were derailed by injuries during the 2023 season, an issue that has been a constant for the organization throughout the past few years.
New York Yankees News / Inside The Diamonds / March 4
Nestor Cortes Producing Promising Outings in Lieu of Past Shoulder Issues
Nestor Cortes seems to have reclaimed his “nasty” moniker as this year’s Spring Training trudges along. Cortes also claims that his nagging shoulder is feeling “the best it’s ever been” after a solid outing on Sunday.
New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / February 16
Yankees fan favorite Nestor Cortes Jr. shares encouraging update
Little went well in 2023 for the New York Yankees, but there's some hope for optimism in 2024.
New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 11
Yankees starter's season in danger of slipping away after latest injury
New York Yankees starter Nestor Cortes may not pitch again this season due to his latest injury concern.
New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 3
Yankees to activate 2022 All-Star on Saturday
Nestor Cortes, who’s been out since late May due to a rotator cuff strain in his left shoulder, will return to the rotation and take the mound against the Astros.
New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 4
Yankees one-time All-Star starting pitcher likely headed to IL
Yankees left-hander Nestor Cortes has a shoulder issue and is likely headed for the 15-day injured list, with Bryan Hoch of MLB.com among those to relay word from manager Aaron Boone (Twitter links).
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