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Yankees' Nestor Cortes is a breakout star: How lefty became AL's best
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No matter how long his latest big-league stint lasts, Nestor Cortes Jr. has already achieved one major goal this season - The Athletic
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Yankees' Nestor Cortes is a breakout star: How lefty became AL's best
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Yankees' Nestor Cortes continues brilliant season as New York takes opener vs. Rays
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Yankees' Nestor Cortes takes key step in return from hamstring strain
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The Rise of The Kids…. Wait until all is lost, then promote…, by Scott Fiedler, Sep, 2023
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Charge On! With Rodón…. Yankees sign FA Top Lefty Starter…, by Scott Fiedler
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Yankees' Nestor Cortes Proposed to Girlfriend After MLB All-Star Game
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Nestor Cortes, Yankees' bullpen allow big Orioles' rally
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Yankees relying on Nestor Cortes Jr. in depleted rotation
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It's time to have the Nestor Cortes conversation, Bronx Pinstripes
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Orioles' Nestor Cortes vying for rotation
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Yankees' Nestor Cortes cashes in big to avoid arbitration, delivers heartfelt note
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Nestor Cortés talks turtle, his mustache, pitching, Cuba and Yankees traditions National News - Bally Sports