Schmidt finally finding firm footing in the bigs is what made his subsequent right lat strain and 14-week absence feel unfair for a pitcher making the most of the trust the team has maintained in him.
After a pedestrian first season in 2023, Clarke Schmidt emerged as a No. 2 starter in the early 2024 season, solidifying his role with impressive statistics.
Gil winning the 2024 AL Rookie of the Year signals a potential turnaround for the Yankees' development of starting pitchers, alongside Schmidt's performance.
Despite a strong start in 2024, Schmidt’s season was marred by injuries that have unfortunately defined his career with the Yankees.
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