Rehab Start
Yankees manager Aaron Boone indicated that Gerrit Cole may be activated during the team's current homestand at Yankee Stadium. Cole recently hit 99.6 mph in a Triple-A rehab start. The decision will be made after discussions over the next day or two.
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Chicago Cubs pitcher Matthew Boyd made his first rehab appearance Thursday at Triple-A Iowa following his April 6 placement on the IL with a left biceps strain. The 35-year-old lefty pitched 3 2/3 innings, allowing three earned runs on four hits while striking out six in a positive step toward return.