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Cy Young Hopeful Seeks Consecutive Wins
29 Jul
Summary
- Schlittler seeks consecutive winning starts since early May.
- He previously won three straight starts from April 23 to May 4.
- Schlittler boasts a 10-6 record and AL-best 2.07 ERA.
Cam Schlittler, a leading candidate for the American League's Cy Young Award, is looking to secure consecutive winning starts for the first time since early May. His most recent outing saw him throw 7 1/3 scoreless innings in a narrow 1-0 win against the Phillies last Friday.
Schlittler's ability to establish his curveball early and then utilize his four-seam fastball and cutter off that pitch has been a key element of his success. This consistent approach has led him to achieve consecutive victories on three occasions between April 23 and May 4, against the Red Sox, Rangers, and Orioles.
Currently, the Yankees right-hander holds an impressive 10-6 record with an American League-leading 2.07 earned run average through 22 starts. He also shares the league lead with a 0.93 walks plus hits per inning pitched (WHIP). His ERA ranks as the seventh-lowest for a Yankees starter through their first 22 starts since 1913.
Schlittler is set to make his second career start against the White Sox on Wednesday at Rate Field, having previously taken a no-decision in an outing last August. He is recognized for his consistency and competitive spirit, making him a smart and reliable pitcher to watch throughout his career.
