Statements regarding Gerrit Cole winning the 2023 AL Cy Young Award

November 15th, 2023

FROM YANKEES SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT & GENERAL MANAGER BRIAN CASHMAN:

“Congratulations to Gerrit on deservedly receiving the American League Cy Young Award. He was simply dominant this year and took the ball every time it was his turn. What makes Gerrit so great is how dedicated he is to being the best version of himself he can be. He’s meticulous in scouting opponents and evaluating his performances, while continually immersing himself in new ideas to make himself even better. He’s a pitcher’s pitcher, and we are lucky to have him leading our rotation and leading by example in our clubhouse. This recognition puts a further stamp on his career, so people understand he’s one of the absolute best of his generation.”

FROM YANKEES MANAGER AARON BOONE:

“This is a richly deserved award for Gerrit, and I couldn't be happier for him. It's not lost on me how fortunate I am to manage such a talented and driven player. Having the opportunity to witness Gerrit's dedication to his craft, to the game, and to his team has been a privilege. He pours so much into this. To see him finally awarded with this honor after years of coming close is incredibly exciting for all of us who share the clubhouse with him.”