Yankees host Braves with Cam Schlittler starting on Sunday
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 2:40 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
The Yankees face the Atlanta Braves on Sunday at Yankee Stadium, aiming for a three-game sweep. Cam Schlittler, who has a 10-6 record and a 2.26 ERA this season, is set to start for New York. Schlittler's performance is notable as he has the lowest ERA among Yankee starters through 24 starts since 1978. The Braves, who currently lead the NL East, will counter with Grant Holmes, who is 7-4 with a 3.67 ERA. New York won the previous two games against Atlanta, building momentum for today's matchup.
- •Yankees and Braves play at Yankee Stadium on Sunday
- •Cam Schlittler makes 25th start for Yankees
- •Schlittler has lowest ERA for Yankees since 1978
- •Braves lead NL East and aim to end Yankees' streak
- •Grant Holmes starts for Atlanta, coming off a scoreless game
- 2:40 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees announce lineup vs Braves on Sunday as Cam Schlittler starts
"The Yankees host the Atlanta Braves on Sunday as Cam Schlittler gets the start. See the lineup here.
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