Overview
- On March 15 at George M. Steinbrenner Field, Cam Schlittler found a spider in his locker and had Yankees security remove it, later praising them on X.
- PETA said March 17 it is rushing humane bug catchers to the team so spiders can be escorted outside safely, with founder Ingrid Newkirk urging kindness toward them.
- Schlittler told reporters spiders are “just an ick” and said he would use the catchers if another visitor turns up.
- The spider species was not identified, and PETA shared tips such as peppermint oil deterrents; the catcher is listed at $14.99 on the group’s site.
- The incident remains a light clubhouse anecdote with no effect on Schlittler’s health or roster status as the Yankees continue spring training preparations.