Availability
Clarke Schmidt is expected to begin a rehab assignment this weekend.
Fantasy Impact
Schmidt threw 20 pitches to hitter Tuesday. He is nearing his return from Tommy John surgery.
Yankees manager Aaron Boone said Clarke Schmidt is preparing for a bullpen role.
Fantasy Impact
Schmidt remains on the injured list. The hope is he gets back on the mound in the next couple days. He’s been throwing off flat ground since his forearm cramping cut his live BP session short on August 4.
Yankees manager Aaron Boone said he is hopeful Clarke Schmidt can return to the mound soon.
Fantasy Impact
Boone said Schmidt has resumed playing catch. He is hopeful to throw a bullpen session early next week.
Clarke Schmidt played catch on Thursday.
Fantasy Impact
Schmidt suffered cramping in a recent live BP session. He should face live hitters again next.
Yankees manager Aaron Boone said that Clarke Schmidt threw two innings of live batting practice instead of three due to some forearm cramping.
Fantasy Impact
Schmidt will be evaluated further on Tuesday. He is working his way back from the internal brace procedure he underwent in July of 2025.