“What Else is New”: Fans Left Unfazed As New York Yankees Ace Dominates His Teammates Outside the Diamond

New York Yankees may have a talented roster with excellent baseball players, but that doesn’t mean they can’t venture into other sports. Specifically, mini golf. Spring training is upon us and come Opening Day, all teams will dress to impress. But as the Pinstripes get ready to play together, a little team bonding with mini golf brought out everyone’s competitive side. And pitcher Nestor Cortes Jr. left everyone in the dust with his skills.

Cortes Jr. had been suffering from a right hamstring injury last season, but he was determined to not let it keep him from training. The 28-year-old has quickly become a fan favorite with his unique throwing style, not to mention the signature mustache. Cortes became an official Yankee in the major leagues in 2021 and had a successful season. But now he’s showing fans that he’s not just skilled in baseball but golf too, at a course designed by Tiger Woods himself!

Nestor Cortes becomes a mini-golf champ among the New York Yankees

As all MLB teams are gearing up for the season, the Bronx Bombers are doing something different. In addition to the usual training, Yankees are strengthening the bond among themselves with a little fun and mini-golf.

Talkin’ Yanks reported the outcome of the game – Nestor Cortes for the win, while assistant hitting coach Casey Dykes came in second, with pitcher Clarke Schmidt winning the bronze. And Yankees fans couldn’t be more proud of their team.

Cortes Jr.’s fans chimed in to say they weren’t surprised Cortes could handle a putt as well as a baseball bat.

What does the upcoming season look like for the Yankees?

With some changes and new rules in Major League Baseball, the Pinstripes are adapting as they get into their training. Their upcoming Grapefruit League match against the Phillies will introduce the pitch clock, bigger bases, and restricted shifts at BayCare Ballpark in Florida.

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The Yankees’ manager Aaron Boone told The New York Post, “I think these last few days, grateful for the umpires that have come out here and helped us out in that regard. I think it’s been really valuable. It’s sparked more conversation around it. But now to get to start applying it in-game, obviously will serve us well. Important to get that going.”

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Let the games begin!