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Yankees face Phillies as Cam Schlittler starts in series opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 7:56 PM

Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Yankees face Phillies as Cam Schlittler starts in series opener

Summary

The New York Yankees will play the Philadelphia Phillies on July 24, 2026, at Citizens Bank Park, with right-hander Cam Schlittler starting for New York. Schlittler, holding a 9-6 record and 2.20 ERA, was moved up in the rotation after a change in pitching plans. The Phillies will counter with lefty Jesus Luzardo, who has a 9-4 record and 3.43 ERA. Prior to the game, the Phillies placed backup catcher Rafael Marchan on the 10-day injured list due to knee issues. The Yankees are competing for the top spot in the AL East, currently trailing the Tampa Bay Rays by two games, while the Phillies sit in second place in the NL East, 4.5 games behind the Braves.

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By the Numbers

•Cam Schlittler starts for Yankees; Jesus Luzardo starts for Phillies.
•Yankees enter the game with a 57-45 record; Phillies are 56-47.
•Rafael Marchan placed on IL before the game for the Phillies.
•Yankees are two games behind the AL East-leading Rays.
•Phillies are 4.5 games behind the NL East-leading Braves.

Latest Updates

7:56 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees announce lineup vs Phillies on Friday as Cam Schlittler starts
7:55 PMYahoo Sports — Phillies announce lineup vs Yankees for Friday's game

What they're saying

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Jesus Luzardo starts for the Phillies with Cam Schilitter on the mound for New York. Before the game, Rafael Marchan is put on the injured list.
— Yahoo Sports