MLB: Yankees End 7-Game Losing Streak Behind Ace Cole's Pitching

The New York Yankees halted their seven-game losing skid with a 5-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins, bolstered by a solid outing from ace pitcher Gerrit Cole. Cole pitched five innings, striking out seven batters and allowing just two runs, securing his third win of the season.

Adding to the team's challenges, the Yankees placed their high-profile left-handed pitcher Carlos Rodón on the 15-day injured list before the game. Rodón is sidelined with left elbow inflammation, though an MRI revealed no damage to his ulnar collateral ligament (UCL). He is expected to receive PRP injections and will be unable to throw for at least a week.

Despite Rodón's absence, the Yankees managed to secure the win. After giving up an early home run, the team responded in the bottom of the first inning with a game-tying home run from Ryan McMahon. Ben Rice then provided the go-ahead run with his 24th home run of the season in the third inning.

With this win, the Yankees improve their record to 49-38, remaining four games behind the division-leading Tampa Bay Rays. The team continues to navigate injuries while striving to close the gap in the American League East.