In sports, as in life, fans get to witness events within events. These are the moments that can shape and change the course of the game. Apart from the ongoing battle on the grounds, several players also fight with their mind games. Recently, something similar happened between Gerrit Cole, and Josh Naylor.

After losing two consecutive games to the Cleveland Guardians in the ALDS, the New York Yankees bounced back in Game 4, to tie the series. Although, the Yankees won the game, Naylor’s wild celebration against Cole was the highlight of the game. However, it seems like Naylor’s celebration did not bother Cole at all.

Gerrit Cole remained calm after the Guardians outfielder Josh Naylor tried to provoke him with a wild celebration

Unlike the Cleveland Guardians hitter Josh Naylor, Gerrit Cole was focused on his game. He did not get affected when Naylor tried to provoke him with rock the baby celebration while running around the bases. Ultimately, the Yankees won the game in the end and tied the series 2-2.

During the post-game conference, when the media asked Cole about the incident, the Yankees ace said it did not bother him at all. Instead, he found it funny and cute. Notably, the Pinstripes ace had an excellent game from the mound.

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“Yeah, whatever. It’s cute… I didn’t see it in the moment,” Cole said during the post-game press conference. “It wouldn’t have bothered in the moment and it just is kind of funny.”

While looking at the whole incident, one can clearly say that Gerrit Cole had the last laugh against the entire Cleveland Guardians.

The Yankees have a tough job ahead

Given the series is 2-2 between the Yankees and Guardians, both teams have equal chances to win Game 5 and play the ALCS against the Houston Astros. However, since the Yankees have the winning momentum and the next game is in the Bronx, the Pinstripes do have a slight edge over the Guardians.

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Unlike the regular season, the MVP favorite Aaron Judge has been silent in the entire postseason. And the Yankees will need their best player more than ever in game 5. Because it will be a do-or-die for both teams.

Do you think the Yankees will be able to top the Guardians in Game 5 and win the ALDS?