The New York Yankees have made a crucial announcement regarding the recovery of right-handed pitcher Clarke Schmidt, a key piece of their starting rotation and a critical arm to support Aaron Judge and the rest of the MLB team.
The team announced today that Schmidt has officially commenced a rehab assignment with Double-A Somerset, marking an important step toward his return to the major leagues. His potential return could provide a significant boost to the Yankees’ pitching staff.
On March 16, Yankees’ reporter Bryan Hoch shared alarming news regarding Schmidt’s status. Due to shoulder soreness, Schmidt was forced to miss his scheduled start against the Toronto Blue Jays. Yankees manager Aaron Boone confirmed that Schmidt was “not getting all the way back to how he normally would,” raising concerns about his health going into the regular season.
Yankees make announcement on rehab progress
Today, the Yankees provided an optimistic update on Schmidt’s recovery, as the team announced through X: “Today, RHP Clarke Schmidt commences a rehab assignment with Double-A Somerset.” This positive news gives hope to the Yankees’ rotation, which has faced challenges early in the season. If Schmidt’s rehab progresses well, he is expected to return by mid-April, with the Royals series at Yankee Stadium in mind for his potential re-entry into the rotation.
Clarke Schmidt’s role in the Yankees’ Rotation
Schmidt’s return is pivotal for the Yankees as they aim to stay competitive in the American League. His presence in the rotation could help stabilize the pitching staff and provide added depth. The Yankees will be hoping that Schmidt can shake off the injuries and return to the form that made him a reliable contributor last MLB season.
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