Yankees top Rockies on Cam Schlittler’s gem and a late Heliot Ramos blast
Aaron Judge didn't get a hit in his return, but Schlittler dazzled yet again to lead the Yanks to a win.
On September 8, 2026, the New York Yankees secured a 5-3 victory over the Colorado Rockies at Yankee Stadium, thanks to a stellar performance by rookie pitcher Cam Schlittler. The game marked Yankees captain Aaron Judge's return from the injured list, with the Captain not getting a hit during his limited plate appearances. Schlittler overcame the Rockies' strong defense, striking out ten batters while walking none in his six innings of work.
Heliot Ramos stepped up with a late third-inning homer and a game-winning walk-off blast in the eighth, overcoming two failed challenges and a thumb injury. The Yankees' offense struggled, but their defense shined, with McCarthy's diving catch and a botched throw allowing Cody Bellinger to score from third base. Schlittler finished the game with a 2.01 ERA, solidifying his status as a rising star in the MLB.
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