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Social Media Reacts to Yankee Pitcher Nestor Cortés’ Unique Windup

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New York Yankees’ pitcher Nestor Cortés had a standout performance in the team’s 5-3 victory over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday afternoon. However, it wasn’t just his stats that caught social media’s attention.

Cortés entertained fans with his unique delivery on one of his pitches. In a clip that circulated on social media, the pitcher can be seen taking his time with a creative windup and leg kick. The pitch just narrowly missed the strike zone:

Cortés’ windup sparked plenty of humorous reactions on social media, with users making jokes about balks and the pitch clock. Some of the funniest takes include:

Despite the entertainment factor, Cortés put in a stellar performance, earning his second win of the season. He pitched 5.1 innings, gave up four hits and two earned runs, and struck out five batters. Aaron Judge’s two home runs helped secure the win for the Yankees.

The victory moved the Yankees to a 6-3 record for the season, following two other series wins against the San Francisco Giants and the Philadelphia Phillies. With Cortés, Gerrit Cole, and Carlos Rodón in their rotation, the Yankees have a strong chance at making another deep postseason run. The Yankees will play against the Cleveland Guardians next to maintain their early-season momentum.

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