Clarke Schmidt achieved a personal milestone by pitching seven no-hit innings against the Baltimore Orioles, supported by a strong offensive performance from the Yankees that resulted in a decisive 9-0 victory. However, his manager Aaron Boone pulled him after 103 pitches, factoring in the long-term implications for Schmidt's pitching workload. While Schmidt acknowledged the manager's decision, the uniqueness of the moment stirred debate, especially since no Yankees pitcher has ever thrown a no-hitter. The game ended with the Yankees allowing only a single hit for the Orioles, further highlighting Schmidt's stellar outing.
"Obviously I want to go as deep as I can, but when you're at the 103 mark and you have two more innings to go... you've got to think bigger picture here" - Clarke Schmidt.
With Schmidt's performance, the Yankees experienced an offensive surge, contributing to a robust 9-0 victory, even as controversy surrounded his early exit after seven no-hit innings.
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