Yankees Rookie Cam Schlittler Debuts in MLB with Seven Strikeouts

The New York Yankees promoted top pitching prospect Cam Schlittler to their major league roster following an injury to starter Clarke Schmidt, who is expected to undergo Tommy John surgery. Schlittler, a 24-year-old right-hander from Walpole, Massachusetts, made a strong MLB debut against the Seattle Mariners, pitching 5 1/3 innings with seven strikeouts and earning his first major league win in a 9-6 victory. His family was visibly emotional and supportive during the game, which included a standing ovation from the crowd. Schlittler, who was drafted in the seventh round of the 2022 MLB draft and developed at Northeastern University, is known for his four-pitch mix, including a fastball that can reach 98 mph and a potentially dominant slider. His promotion comes at a time when the Yankees bullpen has struggled, leading to the designation of pitcher Geoff Hartlieb for assignment. The team is hopeful Schlittler can provide much-needed stability and momentum as a potential mainstay in the rotation for the remainder of the season.