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Yankees’ Cam Schlittler Has Spider Removed From Locker During Spring Training

The light clubhouse moment surfaced during a strong spring for the right-hander, underscoring his growing profile as the Yankees assess pitching options.

Mar 11, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; New York Yankees starting pitcher Cam Schlittler (31) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Schlittler encountered the spider before Sunday’s exhibition against the Tigers at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa.
  • YES Network’s Meredith Marakovits reported the incident, which was relayed on X by reporter Bryan Hoch.
  • Schlittler confirmed the episode on X and thanked the Yankees’ security team for extracting the spider.
  • The 25-year-old has impressed this spring with two wins in two starts, 10 strikeouts, and a 1.50 ERA over six innings.
  • He broke out as a rookie in 2025 with a 4-3 record, a 2.96 ERA, 84 strikeouts in 14 starts, and eight shutout innings in a winner-take-all AL Wild Card Game 3 as the club awaits Gerrit Cole’s return to start 2026.