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Yankees' Schmidt Cleared for Return After MRI Relief

5/4/2025

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Clarke Schmidt's scheduled start was sidelined by left side soreness, but a clean MRI brings hope. In his absence, the Yankees turned to Ryan Yarbrough for a bullpen game. Manager Aaron Boone is prioritizing caution, but Schmidt is on track to rejoin the rotation Tuesday against the Padres.

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Clarke Schmidt's scheduled start was sidelined by left side soreness, but a clean MRI brings hope. In his absence, the Yankees turned to Ryan Yarbrough for a bullpen game. Manager Aaron Boone is prioritizing caution, but Schmidt is on track to rejoin the rotation Tuesday against the Padres.