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Boone Pulls Clarke Schmidt With No-Hitter Intact to Guard Against Injury

Boone’s move demonstrates New York’s commitment to long-term pitcher health in response to season-threatening injury risks.

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Overview

  • Schmidt exited after seven no-hit innings and 103 pitches as Boone prioritized preventing further strain on the right shoulder that sidelined him earlier this season.
  • Manager Aaron Boone said he didn’t want to risk Schmidt in pursuit of history and emphasized preserving the pitcher’s career over a single-game milestone.
  • Schmidt acknowledged the decision was mutual and accepted the team’s long-term perspective despite believing he could have completed the no-hitter.
  • JT Brubaker relieved Schmidt in the eighth inning, yielding a leadoff single to former Yankee Gary Sanchez but helping maintain a 9-0 lead.
  • The choice reflects the Yankees’ broader strategy of strict pitch counts and cautious rotation management after a rash of pitcher injuries this year.