Cam Schlittler and Dylan Cease vie for AL Cy Young award
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
As the MLB season approaches its final stretch, Cam Schlittler and Dylan Cease are emerging as the leading candidates for the American League Cy Young award. Currently, Schlittler has a slight edge in innings pitched, while Cease boasts a higher strikeout rate. Both pitchers recorded impressive performances in their recent starts, showcasing their abilities amidst their teams' struggles. With approximately 40 games remaining, their upcoming appearances will be crucial in determining the award winner. Schlittler's home/road splits and Cease's ability to control contact quality are notable factors moving forward.
- •Schlittler leads the AL in innings pitched and has a better K-BB rate than Cease.
- •Cease has a 36.1-percent strikeout rate and lower barrel rate this season.
- •Both pitchers have strong upcoming matchups, impacting their Cy Young candidacies.
- •Schlittler has a notable home/road ERA split: 1.10 on the road versus 3.95 at home.
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"It’s a two-horse race for the league’s top pitching honor
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