While the New York Yankees and general manager Brian Cashman are “prepared for the worst,” captain Aaron Judge was still holding out hope that ace Gerrit Cole would be able to pitch this season. “He’s a tough guy. We’ll see what happens,” Judge told reporters Sunday. “And what he gets advised to do and what he wants to do. But I’m always hoping and praying for the best, man. He’s a big part of this team. He’s the ace. He’s the one who’s going to lead us and this pitching staff. So, let’s see. Hopefully (it’s) good news.”
