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Nestor Cortes delivered a stellar performance, taking a perfect game into the sixth inning, as the Padres defeated the Dodgers 5-1, moving into sole possession of first place in the NL West with 32 games remaining in the season.
The New York Yankees traded pitcher Nestor Cortes and minor-leaguer Caleb Durbin to the Milwaukee Brewers for elite closer Devin Williams. Both Williams and Cortes are in the final year of their contracts, making the trade a strategic move for both teams. The Yankees, with a surplus of starting pitchers, needed to bolster their bullpen, while the Brewers opted to trade Williams rather than extend his contract. Williams, known for his exceptional changeup, is expected to strengthen the Yankees' bullpen significantly.
The New York Yankees have acquired All-Star closer Devin Williams from the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for starting pitcher Nestor Cortes and utility player Caleb Durbin. This trade strengthens the Yankees' bullpen, addressing their need for strikeout pitchers, while allowing Luke Weaver to be used in a multi-inning role. The move comes after the Yankees signed Max Fried, making Cortes expendable. Both Williams and Cortes will become free agents after the 2025 season. The Yankees are also looking to bolster their infield and add more relievers.
The New York Yankees have acquired All-Star closer Devin Williams from the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for pitcher Nestor Cortes, infield prospect Caleb Durbin, and cash considerations. Williams, known for his "Airbender" changeup, has been a top reliever with a 1.83 ERA and 68 saves since his MLB debut in 2019. He will strengthen the Yankees' bullpen, which recently lost Clay Holmes to free agency. Williams returned from a back injury in 2024, posting a 1.25 ERA with 14 saves, but struggled in the NL Wild Card Series against the Mets.
The New York Yankees have acquired star closer Devin Williams from the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for former All-Star pitcher Nestor Cortes, minor-league player Caleb Durbin, and cash. Williams, a two-time All-Star and 2020 NL Rookie of the Year, will strengthen the Yankees' bullpen after missing much of last season due to injury. This move is part of the Yankees' aggressive roster reshaping following their failure to sign Juan Soto, as they also pursue other high-profile players like Christian Walker and Roki Sasaki.
Yankees pitcher Nestor Cortes expresses concern over the seriousness of Gerrit Cole's elbow injury as the ace undergoes an MRI, with the team anxiously awaiting the results. Cole, the reigning Cy Young winner, has been a durable force in the rotation, making the news particularly alarming. Cortes, who has sought advice from Cole on staying healthy, hopes for a positive outcome and emphasizes Cole's awareness of his body. The potential blow to the rotation comes amid other injury concerns for the team, including Aaron Judge.
Frank Stampfl provides fantasy baseball sleepers to target in the 2024 draft, including undervalued players like Teoscar Hernandez, Yu Darvish, Nestor Cortes, Maikel Garcia, and post-hype sleeper Masyn Winn. Stampfl believes Hernandez is undervalued and could deliver strong numbers in the Dodgers lineup, while Darvish and Cortes offer potential upside at their current draft positions. He also sees Garcia as having a similar upside to Nico Hoerner, and views Winn as a post-hype sleeper with potential for a power-speed combo.
New York Yankees pitcher Nestor Cortes has been placed on the 15-day injured list with a left rotator cuff strain, likely ending his season. Cortes, who recently returned from a shoulder injury, will be shut down from throwing for a month. Yankees manager Aaron Boone admitted it would be tough for Cortes to make a comeback this season. The team, currently in last place in the AL East, will have to rely on a depleted rotation as they try to catch up to the Toronto Blue Jays for a wild-card spot.
The New York Yankees have decided to bring Nestor Cortes back to the MLB roster after his recovery from a rotator cuff injury, with his first outing scheduled against the Astros on Saturday. The Yankees' lackluster trades during the deadline have been criticized for not adequately addressing their struggling lineup, and outfielder Willie Calhoun has elected free agency after being designated for assignment. Additionally, starting pitcher Domingo Germán has been placed on the restricted list as he enters an alcohol recovery program.
New York Yankees pitcher Nestor Cortes has been transferred to the 60-day injured list due to rotator cuff inflammation, with his return expected in August. Meanwhile, the team activated Carlos Rodon from the injured list, and he made his Yankees debut. Infielder/outfielder Jake Bauers was placed on the 10-day injured list, while Franchy Cordero was recalled from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
The New York Yankees have reinstated Carlos Rodón from the 60-day injured list and recalled Franchy Cordero, while optioning Deivi García to Triple-A and placing Jake Bauers on the 10-day injured list. Rodón, who signed a six-year, $162 million contract, will make his long-awaited debut for the Yankees tonight. Nestor Cortes has been transferred to the 60-day injured list, and his return is expected in early August.
Yankees pitcher Nestor Cortes believes that the Red Sox-Yankees rivalry has mellowed in recent years because the Red Sox "haven't been who they really are" since winning the World Series in 2018. The two teams will face each other in a three-game series at Yankee Stadium this weekend. While the Yankees consistently make the postseason, they have not won the World Series since 2009.
The New York Yankees have placed pitcher Nestor Cortes on the 15-day injured list due to a left rotator cuff strain. The move is retroactive to Monday. Cortes has a 5-2 record with a 5.16 ERA through 11 starts this season. The Yankees have recalled Matt Krook from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre in a corresponding transaction.
The Yankees and White Sox will play a doubleheader today after poor air quality postponed their game last night. Nestor Cortes has been diagnosed with a mild shoulder strain and will be on the IL for two weeks. Carlos Rodón successfully faced hitters in a 20-pitch session, showing positive signs of recovery. Clint Frazier spoke positively about his time with the Yankees after being DFA'd in November 2021. Aroldis Chapman is likely to be traded by the Royals this summer, but a reunion with the Yankees is unlikely.
The New York Yankees will place Aaron Judge on the injured list due to a contusion and ligament sprain in his right big toe. Judge does not have a fracture or break in his toe, according to team physician Dr. Christopher Ahmad. Nestor Cortes will also be placed on the injured list due to a left shoulder injury, and pitcher Ryan Weber was diagnosed with a UCL strain.