Clarke Schmidt exited a game against the Blue Jays due to right forearm tightness, prompting the Yankees to place him on the 15-day injured list. Manager Aaron Boone stated Schmidt is getting an MRI and the tightness has been an ongoing issue since his June 4 start. The Yankees recalled two relievers following the move. Boone noted that the discomfort wasn't severe enough to warrant prior testing and acknowledged the challenges pitchers face in managing recovery. Schmidt has a 3.32 ERA in 14 starts this season, along with a 1.093 WHIP and 73 strikeouts.
Clarke Schmidt exited a game with the Blue Jays due to right forearm tightness, leading the Yankees to place him on the 15-day injured list.
Manager Aaron Boone confirmed that Schmidt is undergoing an MRI and noted the tightness had been an issue since his June 4 start.
Boone mentioned that Schmidt's discomfort didn't previously reach a level needing testing, stating it's common for pitchers to experience struggles during the season.
In 14 starts this season, Schmidt holds a record of 4-4, with a 3.32 ERA, a career-best WHIP of 1.093, and 73 strikeouts.
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