Clarke Schmidt Downplays Latest Injury Following Yankees Game 

The Yankees activated Schmidt from the 60-day injured list on Sept. 16. He made his return against the Minnesota Twins, throwing two-thirds of an inning and recording two strikeouts.

Schmidt underwent surgery in July 2025 after tearing the UCL in his right elbow. The procedure kept him out for roughly 14 months and limited his time to a short late-season return.

Rather than immediately returning to the starting rotation, Schmidt was expected to work as a multi-inning reliever. The Yankees planned to manage his workload carefully while evaluating how he could contribute during the postseason.

The latest issue adds another layer of uncertainty, although Schmidt’s own description suggests the team is not treating it as a major setback at this stage.

The Yankees entered Sunday with an 89-66 record and had already secured a postseason berth. They remain six games behind the Tampa Bay Rays in the AL East with the regular season nearing its conclusion.

Schmidt’s availability could become increasingly important as New York prepares for October. For now, the Yankees will wait for his evaluation in New York before determining whether the biceps issue will affect his return to the bullpen.

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