Gerrit Cole achieves milestone during start against Braves
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 9:26 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Gerrit Cole pitched seven innings for the New York Yankees against the Atlanta Braves, allowing two runs while striking out nine and not issuing any walks. His performance helped the Yankees maintain a two-run lead before he exited the game. Cole reached the milestone of 1,000 strikeouts as a Yankee, becoming the fastest pitcher in franchise history to do so in just 139 games. This year, he has demonstrated strong form following surgery that sidelined him for the entire 2025 season. The Yankees hope to secure a series victory with a win in this contest.
- •Cole allows two runs in seven innings against the Braves
- •He strikes out nine batters without issuing walks
- •Cole reaches 1,000 strikeouts as a Yankees player
- •He is the fastest to reach this milestone in franchise history
- •Cole hopes to contribute to the Yankees' postseason aspirations
- 9:26 PMYahoo Sports — Gerrit Cole makes Yankees history during start against Braves
"New York Yankees right-hander Gerrit Cole made history on Saturday.
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