Yankees news: Cam Schlittler's historic feat further fuels Cy Young argument

New York Yankees pitcher Cam Schlittler is poised to claim the American League Cy Young Award in 2026. The right-handed hurler has been outstanding throughout the regular season, allowing only one earned run over three innings in Thursday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays. Schlittler will conclude the year with an impressive 1.95 ERA, marking him as the fourth Yankees pitcher in history to maintain an ERA below 2.00, alongside Ron Guidry, Spud Chandler, and Ray Caldwell.

During his first 14 Major League Baseball outings in 2025, Schlittler demonstrated his potential, posting a 1.95 ERA, 0.92 WHIP, and 239 strikeouts. His consistent excellence has positioned him among the elite pitchers in the sport. While fellow starting pitchers like Dylan Cease and Parker Messick also enjoyed successful seasons, Schlittler's achievements seem to make him the frontrunner for the Cy Young Award.

Having already secured a spot in the postseason, the Yankees will face the No. 2 Wild Card team in the Wild Card round, likely the Boston Red Sox. New York now awaits one more series against the Baltimore Orioles before the postseason begins.