Yankees host Blue Jays in critical matchup with Schlittler on the mound
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 10:35 PM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
The New York Yankees face the Toronto Blue Jays at Yankee Stadium on August 21, 2026, with first pitch scheduled for 7:05 PM ET. Cam Schlittler is pitching for the Yankees, looking to strengthen his AL Cy Young candidacy after a strong prior performance against the Blue Jays. The Blue Jays will utilize a bullpen game, with Mason Fluharty starting as an opener. After a recent sweep against the Orioles, the Yankees aim to build momentum in this key series, following previous struggles against Toronto.
- •Yankees return home after a 4-2 road trip.
- •Schlittler is 10-6 with a 2.19 ERA in 2026.
- •Fluharty is used as an opener for the fourth time this season.
- •Blue Jays aim to overcome their recent struggles against the Yankees.
- •First game of a crucial series for both teams.
- 10:35 PMYahoo Sports — New York Yankees vs. Toronto Blue Jays: Cam Schlittler vs. Mason Fluharty
"The Bombers kick off a critical home stand with Cam Schlittler on the mound against a Blue Jays bullpen game.
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