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Cam Schlittler’s Home Struggles Deepen After Walk-Plagued Start

Schlittler’s control problems at Yankee Stadium threaten the Yankees’ rotation depth, complicating their effort to protect a fragile playoff position.

Aug 3, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees starting pitcher Cam Schlittler (31) pitches against the St. Louis Cardinals during the first inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Schlittler, who struggled Monday, lasted three innings against the St. Louis Cardinals and issued a season-high five walks while allowing four runs and a home run.
  • The outing widened a stark home/road split for Schlittler, who owns about a 1.10 ERA on the road but has a 4.32 ERA and a losing record in Bronx starts this season.
  • New York lost 13-7 after a bullpen collapse in the eighth inning, and the club made immediate roster moves that included optioning Jasson Domínguez to Triple-A and adding Heliot Ramos.
  • Both Schlittler and manager Aaron Boone publicly blamed a loss of rhythm and command for the start, with Schlittler saying he must adjust to pitch better in front of the home fans.
  • The Yankees sit 63-56 and 3.5 games back in the AL East while holding the top American League wild-card spot, and the team is monitoring rehab timelines for Carlos Rodón and Clarke Schmidt as Schlittler’s next home turn becomes a key test.