New York Gets Right -Hander A.J. Cole From Washington

New York has added another pitcher for depth as they recently acquired right -hander A.J. Cole from Washington. 

Cole, 26, broke camp in Washington's rotation at the start of this season and made two starts before being shuttled to the bullpen. He was designated for assignment on Friday. "according to https://www.mlb.com/yankees/news/yankees-acquire-pitcher-aj-cole-from-nationals/c-273591842

In four big league seasons with Washington, Cole posted a 5.32 ERA in 110 innings. He made four appearances this year, going 1-1 with a 13.06 ERA. Cole was once a touted prospect after the Nationals selected him in the fourth round of the 2010 Draft. "according to https://www.mlb.com/yankees/news/yankees-acquire-pitcher-aj-cole-from-nationals/c-273591842

Cole will be added to the Yankees' 25-man roster. Right-hander David Hale was designated for assignment in a corresponding move. Making his Yankees debut, Hale pitched two scoreless innings in New York's 14-1 victory over the Twins on Monday. "according to https://www.mlb.com/yankees/news/yankees-acquire-pitcher-aj-cole-from-nationals/c-273591842