Gerrit Cole went five-plus innings while allowing four runs — three earned — in a a Game 1 no-decision against the Royals on Saturday in the ALDS.
Cole wasn’t anywhere close to great, as he had issues finishing off the Kansas City lineup and was pulled after a long leadoff single in the sixth inning. He allowed seven hits with two walks, and he struck out four with the big blow a two-run homer by MJ Melendez. Cole threw 80 pitches, so if the Yankees were so inclined, they could bring their ace back in Game 4 if necessary. Cole has normally been good in the postseason, but Saturday was a mediocre effort at best.