Yankees acquire pitcher A.J. Cole from Nationals for cash

A.J.-Cole.-(Kathy-Willens/AP)

A.J. Cole. (Kathy Willens/AP)

The New York Yankees have acquired right-handed pitcher A.J. Cole from the Washington Nationals in exchange for cash considerations.

Cole has appeared in four games this season, making two starts, and has a 13.06 ERA in 10.1 innings.

The 26-year-old has a career 5.32 ERA in 110 innings with the Nationals over the past four seasons.

The Yankees designated righty David Hale for assignment to make room for Cole on the 40-man roster.

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