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Schlittler Makes History With Dominant Pitching
10 May
Summary
- Schlittler's impressive stats include 59 strikeouts and a 1.35 ERA.
- He achieved a rare pitching benchmark not seen since 1913.
- The young pitcher continued his game after being hit by a fast liner.
New York Yankees pitcher Cam Schlittler has embarked on an exceptional 2026 season, reaching a remarkable pitching feat not accomplished in over 100 years. His performance through his first nine starts includes an impressive 59 strikeouts, a mere nine walks, only one home run surrendered, and a stellar 1.35 earned run average.
This remarkable statistical achievement positions Schlittler alongside baseball legend Walter Johnson, who was the last pitcher to hit these same benchmarks in 1913. Schlittler's ability to maintain such elite performance was further tested when he was struck by a 108.5 mph line drive in the first inning, yet he continued his dominant outing.
Manager Aaron Boone lauded Schlittler as a "stud" and a "great competitor," highlighting his outstanding pitching and resilience. Despite Schlittler's brilliance, the Yankees ultimately fell to the Milwaukee Brewers with a final score of 4-3 in 10 innings. Brewers catcher William Contreras contributed significantly with two RBIs, including the game-winning sacrifice fly in the 10th.
