Cam Schlittler discusses Yankees AL East race amid Red Sox series
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 1:07 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026

New York Yankees pitcher Cam Schlittler addressed the tight American League East race following the Yankees' 1-0 win over the Boston Red Sox on August 28, 2026. The Red Sox are currently seven games back but remain in the division hunt. Schlittler emphasized the importance of the upcoming games against Boston, stating that a sweep would significantly diminish their postseason hopes. The Yankees, who trail the Tampa Bay Rays by four games for first place, will continue their series with the Red Sox, where Schlittler expects a competitive finish this season.
- •Yankees lead Red Sox 1-0 in their ongoing series.
- •Schlittler highlights the importance of winning against Boston.
- •Yankees are four games behind the Rays in AL East.
- •A sweep of the Red Sox could end their division hopes.
- •Max Fried and Carlos Rodón are set to pitch in Saturday's doubleheader.
- 1:07 PMYahoo Sports — Cam Schlittler Comments On Yankees Place In AL East Race Amid Red Sox Series
"The American League East could come down to the wire
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