Cam Schlittler leads AL in fWAR among pitchers in 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 8:00 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
As of August 20, 2026, Yankees pitcher Cam Schlittler is leading the American League with a 4.9 fWAR. His 2.19 ERA ranks first in the AL and third in MLB, showcasing an impressive season. Schlittler's performance is drawing comparisons to some of the best pitching seasons in Yankees history, including Gerrit Cole and Luis Severino. He has a total of approximately seven starts remaining this season, potentially boosting his fWAR even further. Observers are noting his ability to throw multiple fastball types and maintain high strikeout and low walk percentages.
- •Schlittler's fWAR of 4.9 leads AL pitchers.
- •He has a 2.19 ERA, ranking first in the AL.
- •Current performance is compared to Yankees greats like Severino and Cole.
- •He has roughly seven starts left in the regular season.
- •Schlittler's starts could elevate his fWAR above previous Yankees stars.
- 8:00 PMYahoo Sports — Cam Schlittler’s 2026 campaign is already among Yankees’ best in the last 10 years
"Schlittler leads AL pitchers with 4.9 fWAR. How does he stack up with fellow Yankees pitchers in the last 10 years?
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