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Clarke Schmidt Held Out After Biceps Cramp While Warming Up

The precautionary episode could cloud a careful comeback from elbow surgery, threatening his chance to earn a postseason bullpen spot.

Jun 21, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees pitcher Clarke Schmidt (36) reacts after leaving the game during the seventh inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
New York Yankees pitcher Clarke Schmidt throws a pitch.

Overview

  • Schmidt was warming up to enter the Sept. 20 game at Chase Field when he felt right-biceps cramping and did not pitch in the Yankees’ 8-4 loss on Sunday.
  • On-site testing at the ballpark found no structural damage to his shoulder or elbow and Schmidt described the issue as a cramping, precautionary problem.
  • The club plans for Schmidt to see the Yankees’ team doctor in New York for further evaluation after the episode.
  • Schmidt returned to the majors this month after a 2025 elbow operation and made his season debut on Sept. 16, recording 0.2 innings in his only outing so far.
  • The cramp cuts into Schmidt’s limited chances to prove he belongs on the playoff roster and could force the Yankees to adjust late-season bullpen planning under MLB roster and injured-list rules.