Mariano Rivera made a triumphant return to Old-Timers’ Day at Yankee Stadium, a year after recovering from an Achilles tendon injury, participating in batting practice and reflecting on the team’s struggles. The event featured father-son duos and first-time participants, while the Yankees secured a 5-4 victory over the Braves. Aaron Boone provided updates on Giancarlo Stanton’s recovery, and Carlos Rodón began a rehab assignment in Triple-A. Gerrit Cole became the fastest Yankees player to reach 1,000 strikeouts, achieving the milestone in just 139 games.
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