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Yankees Rookie Cam Schlittler Bolsters October Case With Six Strong Innings, Shrugs Off Forearm Hit

The 24-year-old owns a 2.61 ERA over nine starts as recent FIP readings point to repeatable effectiveness.

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Aug 30, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; New York Yankees starting pitcher Cam Schlittler (31) delivers a pitch against the Chicago White Sox during the sixth inning at Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • On Aug. 30 in Chicago, Cam Schlittler allowed one run on four hits with eight strikeouts over six innings in a 5-3, 11-inning Yankees win.
  • He was struck by a 102.1 mph comebacker on his right forearm, received a quick check, and stayed in as both he and Aaron Boone downplayed the bruise.
  • Since Aug. 13, he has yielded one earned run across 17 2/3 innings without allowing a home run, completing at least six innings in three straight starts.
  • Through his first nine MLB starts, he has 54 strikeouts in 48 1/3 innings, reaching a career-high 100 pitches while leaning on an effective cutter and curveball.
  • Recent underlying metrics include a 1.82 FIP and 2.60 expected FIP across three starts, strengthening his case for a postseason rotation role.