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Yankees Rookie Elmer Rodríguez Moved to Tears as Cousins Go 1-2 in Kentucky Derby

His brief run in the rotation could end soon with Carlos Rodón nearing a return.

Overview

  • The Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on Saturday ended with José Ortiz winning on Golden Tempo and his brother Irad Ortiz Jr. placing second on Renegade.
  • Yankees rookie Elmer Rodríguez, who is their cousin, said he was more nervous watching that race than during his MLB debut and that he started crying.
  • Rodríguez, a 22-year-old right-hander who debuted last week, allowed two runs in four innings against the Rangers and is lined up for a second start Tuesday, according to the Post.
  • The Post also reports he may be sent down soon because Carlos Rodón is expected to return from elbow surgery after one more rehab start in the minors.
  • Trainer Cherie DeVaux became the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner with Golden Tempo, a milestone noted in race coverage.