Down 0-3 in the seven-game 2024 World Series, the New York Yankees produced a dramatic turnaround in Game 4 to avoid a sweep. With elimination on the line, shortstop Anthony Volpe blasted a grand slam to gain early lead which helped Yanks seal a 11-4 dominant victory.
With that, the New York Yankees survived to see another day in this competitive World Series. That being said, for deceive Game 5, the Bronx Bombers will have their ace, Gerrit Cole on the mound. While the pressure is piling up, Cole oozed confidence and unshakable faith as he wants his team to achieve the unthinkable.
Gerrit Cole Fired Up As Yankees Make Comeback In World Series
New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole remains optimistic about the team’s chances in the World Series despite being down three games to one against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Having delivered a stellar Game 1 performance, Cole’s confidence has given Yankee fans hope, as he reassures, “We still got a shot at this thing. There’s a lot of baseball left.” The decision not to pitch Cole in Game 4 is controversial among fans, particularly after his 88-pitch outing in Game 1 left some questioning manager Aaron Boone’s early pull. However, Boone’s choice to save Cole for Game 5 suggests he’s aiming for a balanced approach that could sustain the team through a potential seven-game stretch.
Gerrit Cole, meanwhile, understands that each game is do-or-die and staying ready is critical. The New York Yankees’ comeback is not only improbable but historically unprecedented, as no team has ever overcome a 3-0 World Series deficit. However, Cole’s consistency and command on the mound offer the Yanks a fighting chance in each start, but the path forward demands perfection from both the pitching rotation and the bullpen. Now that Gil delivered a strong Game 4, Cole’s Game 5 start could spark a rally. Regardless, the Bombers’ path to a World Series victory relies heavily on Cole’s ability to dominate on the mound. As Cole prepares for a possible Game 5, his faith in the team remains unshaken, embracing the challenge of rewriting baseball history under the bright lights of the Bronx. Game 5 of the 2024 World Series will go on floors at the Yankee Stadium on Wednesday.
David Ortiz Makes Positive Admission On Aaron Judge
David Ortiz believes Aaron Judge may have finally found his groove, just in time for the Yankees as they fight to stay alive in the 2024 World Series. After a much-needed 11-4 victory over the LA Dodgers in Game 4, Ortiz noticed a crucial improvement in Judge’s approach, specifically referencing his final at-bat in the eighth inning.
This was a moment that stood out, with Aaron Judge delivering a confident single to drive in Juan Soto and secure the New York Yankees’ 11th and winning run. For Ortiz, this may be exactly the spark Judge needed, hinting that Yankee fans should “look out” as he believes Judge’s confidence is now on the rise with three games still to go.
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