Yankees name Cam Schlittler as Game 1 starter for Wild Card
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 4:04 AM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026
The New York Yankees have named Cam Schlittler as the starting pitcher for Game 1 of the Wild Card series against the Boston Red Sox. Manager Aaron Boone announced the decision, noting Schlittler was excited about the opportunity despite learning of it while half asleep. This choice comes as rumors circulated that Max Fried would start but were proven incorrect. Schlittler, a Cy Young favorite, has a strong performance history against Boston, which may factor into the decision. Gerrit Cole is set to start if a Game 3 is necessary for the best-of-three series.
- •Cam Schlittler starts Game 1 of Wild Card series on September 29.
- •Manager Aaron Boone confirmed Schlittler's selection over Max Fried.
- •Schlittler has a 2.10 ERA against Red Sox in his career.
- •Gerrit Cole may pitch in a decisive Game 3 if needed.
- •Carlos Rodon likely to be available from the bullpen.
- 4:04 AMYahoo Sports — Cam Schlittler Had Funny Reaction Being Named Game 1 Starter
"The New York Yankees made the huge decision of naming their Wild Card pitching rotation against the Boston Red Sox this week. MLB’s Wild Card series will see the two most hated rivals in league history having another intense showdown. Rumors of Max Fried starting Game 1 turned out to be untrue. Manager Aaron Boone […] The post Cam Schlittler Had Funny Reaction Being Named Game 1 Starter appeared first on HEAVY.
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