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Yankees' Schmidt Exits with Forearm Injury, MRI Pending

7/4/2025

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New York Yankees pitcher Clarke Schmidt exited Thursday's game against the Blue Jays after just three innings, grappling with right forearm tightness. Facing an MRI to evaluate the injury, Schmidt, a Tommy John surgery veteran, remains hopeful it’s a minor setback. His potential absence looms large over an already thin rotation, raising concerns for the team.

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New York Yankees pitcher Clarke Schmidt exited Thursday's game against the Blue Jays after just three innings, grappling with right forearm tightness. Facing an MRI to evaluate the injury, Schmidt, a Tommy John surgery veteran, remains hopeful it’s a minor setback. His potential absence looms large over an already thin rotation, raising concerns for the team.