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Gerrit Cole Throws Six Shutout Innings in Return as Yankees’ Offense Fades

His May 22 comeback restores a frontline starter for New York while the club still needs more run production to turn pitching returns into wins.

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May 22, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees starting pitcher Gerrit Cole (45) pitches against the Tampa Bay Rays during the first inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Gerrit Cole made his first big-league start in 569 days on May 22, throwing six shutout innings with a mid-90s fastball in a game the Yankees still lost 4-2.
  • Aaron Judge remains mired in a prolonged slump, going 1-for-24 and extending an 11-game RBI drought that has left the Yankees unable to support strong pitching performances.
  • The Mets recalled reliever Jonah Tong and designated veteran Craig Kimbrel for assignment as clubs continue to shuffle relievers to cover innings and performance gaps.
  • Several teams are struggling to score runs, with the Cubs losing five straight after a 27-12 start, the Angels posting a 6-24 stretch and the Astros hampered by Jose Altuve’s IL stint and Carlos Correa’s season-ending surgery.
  • Late-inning rallies and bullpen usage are deciding games across the league, exemplified by the Padres’ multi-homer comeback and by rehab returns like Grayson Rodriguez’s difficult outing that underscore how fragile pitching returns can be.