Clarks Schmidt progresses in rehab with simulated game for Yankees
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 2:17 PM
Last updated Jul 19, 2026
Clarks Schmidt continued his rehabilitation process on July 18 by throwing a one-inning simulated game against live hitters. The right-hander threw 15 fastballs and reported feeling great during the outing. Schmidt is recovering from his second Tommy John surgery, which he underwent last summer. The Yankees are cautiously bringing him back and plan another simulated game for him in five days, with a potential return to the team next month.
- •Schmidt threw a simulated game on July 18, counting 15 pitches.
- •He reported positive feelings after competing again.
- •He underwent Tommy John surgery last summer.
- •The Yankees aim to have him back next month.
- •Another simulated game is scheduled in five days.
- 2:17 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees' Clarks Schmidt takes encouraging step towards late-season return
"Clarks Schmidt took big step towards his potential return to the Yankees on Saturday.
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