Yankees’ Gerrit Cole Sets All-Time MLB Record

For a little while, it looked like it might be yet another rough outing for Gerrit Cole as the New York Yankees get closer to the playoffs. Cole allowed a two-run home run to Arizona Diamondbacks superstar Corbin Carroll in…

By Billy Heyen · Heavy

Published: Saturday, 19 September 2026 at 11:01 AM

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Gerrit Cole earned his 162nd career win, setting the MLB record for most wins by a pitcher drafted No. 1 overall.
Cole surpassed the previous record of 161 wins held by 1981 top pick Mike Moore.
The New York Yankees defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 9-2 at Chase Field.

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New York Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole set a new MLB record during a 9-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Cole pitched 6.0 innings, allowing two runs on four hits while striking out six batters to earn his ninth win of the season. The victory marked the 162nd win of Cole's career, establishing a new record for the most career wins by a pitcher drafted first overall.

Cole surpassed the previous record of 161 wins held by Mike Moore, who was drafted first overall in 1981. The Yankees' offense supported Cole with a five-run first inning, featuring a home run from George Lombard Jr. and a triple and home run from Ben Rice. Relievers Ryan Yarbrough, Michael Fulmer, and Luis Gil completed the game out of the bullpen.

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