Yankees ace Gerrit Cole to make season debut Friday

New York Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole is set to make his season debut on Friday, marking his return to the mound after a delayed start to the MLB season. Cole, the Yankees' top starter, had been sidelined and his return is highly anticipated by the team as they look to bolster their pitching rotation. The ace right-hander's availability is expected to provide a significant boost to New York's chances in the American League.