In a bold move at the World Series kickoff at Dodger Stadium, the New York Yankees have added Nestor Cortes to their roster, sidelining Jon Berti in the process. Cortes, a left-handed pitcher, is making a comeback despite a recent left flexor strain that benched him after September 18th. He has now worked his way back through rehab and a 28-pitch simulated game. Though not in starting form, Cortes brings valuable October experience against key opponents like Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman. The Yankees hope his decision to play won’t backfire.
Meanwhile, Berti, primarily a right-handed pinch runner and occasional first baseman, has been benched since the Dodgers lack a lefty starter. Oswaldo Cabrera fills in as the backup infielder, offering versatility alongside Jasson Dominguez or Trent Grisham in pinch-running roles. Grisham, particularly noted for his potential late-game defensive strength, stays as part of the 13 position players and 13 pitchers squad. The Yankees also keep Tim Mayza, Marcus Stroman, and Mark Leiter Jr. in their pitching lineup for the series.
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