Yankees' Gerrit Cole opts out of contract; team expected to retain ace by adding to current dealYankees have until Sunday to decide whether to void Cole's opt-out11/2/2024, 5:13 PMRobert SanchezFreelance Editorial ProducerNew York Yankees starting pitcher Gerrit Cole (45) walks off the mound after retiring the side in the third inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Yankee Stadium. / Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports