The Yankees have not considered starting Gerrit Cole on short rest in Game 4 of the World Series if facing elimination, with sources confirming that the idea has not been discussed. Manager Aaron Boone named Luis Gil as the Game 4 starter, but there is no plan in place for Cole to pitch on three days rest. Carlos Rodon pitched with a blister in Game 2 but stated it would not affect his availability for later games in the series.
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Belmont Stakes at Saratoga is a Kentucky Derby rematch
The 157th Belmont Stakes, concluding the Triple Crown, features a rematch between Kentucky Derby winner Sovereignty and runner-up Journalism, the latter being the favorite after winning the Preakness. Sovereignty, trained by Bill Mott, is racing for the first time since May, having skipped the Preakness due to a short turnaround. This year's Belmont is held at Saratoga Race Course due to renovations at Belmont Park, with eight horses competing, including Derby third-place finisher Baeza and...
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