Nestor Cortes is on track to rejoin the New York Yankees pitching staff for the upcoming World Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. The 29-year-old left-hander has been sidelined since September 18 due to a flexor strain in his pitching elbow. Yankees manager Aaron Boone expressed optimism about Cortes' return, stating that if his upcoming live batting practice goes well, there is a good chance he could be included on the roster.
During the regular season, Cortes posted a 9-10 record with a 3.77 ERA, showcasing his value to the team's pitching rotation. In terms of the World Series pitching lineup, Boone confirmed that ace Gerrit Cole will take the mound in Friday's opener at Dodger Stadium.
