Gerrit Cole on Yankees' 2025 Motivation: A Quiet Determination

Following a heartbreaking end to the 2024 season, New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole believes the team has a unique edge in their motivation for the upcoming season. The Yankees, who lost the World Series to the Los Angeles Dodgers in five games, are eager to rebound and aim for another shot at the championship in 2025. Cole highlighted the distinctive atmosphere within the clubhouse, describing it as a "quiet" energy, as the team focuses on their preseason preparations.
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In an appearance on the Casa De Klub podcast, Cole elaborated on the team's mindset. "There's just maybe a little quietness about it too, I feel like, where we are really proud of what we did, and like, really frustrated we didn't finish it at the same time," Cole said. "And those two things I think combine for a bit of an edge." This mix of pride and frustration is driving the Yankees to push harder, with a renewed determination to achieve their ultimate goal. As the season approaches, the team is channeling this quiet intensity to fuel their pursuit of success.