New York Yankees Manager Drops Bold Cam Schlittler Quote After Win Over Mets

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 13: Cam Schlittler #31 of the New York Yankees pitches in the first inning against the New York Mets at Yankee Stadium on September 13, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Evan Bernstein/Getty Images)

Cam Schlittler allowed no runs, one hit and two walks while collecting eight strikeouts over six innings as the New York Yankees beat the New York Mets 2-0 at Yankee Stadium on Sunday.

Schlittler exited the game after Bo Bichette hit a 111.5 mph line drive off the back of Schlittler’s right leg. Luckily, Yankees manager Aaron Boone expects Schlittler will be okay.

After Schlittler’s strong outing, Boone made a bold statement regarding the young star.

New York Yankees’ Aaron Boone Drops Bold Cam Schlittler Quote Following Win Over Mets

“Valuable is the right word. He might be the MVP, too,” Boone said about Schlittler.

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“Valuable is the right word. He might be the MVP, too.” – Aaron Boone, on Cam Schlittler

4:29 pm · 13 Sep 2026

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After Sunday’s start, Schlittler’s season ERA improved 1.95 ERA.

The right-hander is 14-6 with a 0.90 WHIP and 228 strikeouts over 184 2/3 innings this season.

Schlittler is clearly the top AL Cy Young candidate at the moment.

He likely won’t win MVP, as it’s rare for a pitcher to do so, but he certainly deserves consideration.

New York Yankees Win Series Vs. New York Mets

With their 2-0 victory at Yankee Stadium on Sunday, the Yankees completed the series victory against the Mets.

The Yankees won the first game of the series 6-4 on Friday. The Mets won the second game 12-2 on Saturday.

Ben Rice gave the Yankees an early 1-0 on Sunday with a solo home run in the first inning.

Austin Wells gave the Yankees their second and final run of the game with a solo shot in the third inning.

Brent Headrick, Paul Blackburn and David Bednar each threw a scoreless inning of relief after Schlittler exited the game.

Christian Scott made the start for the Mets. He allowed two runs on three hits and two walks while striking out seven over six innings. Nate Lavender and Austin Warren each threw a scoreless inning of relief for the Mets.

Next, the Yankees will begin a three-game series against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field on Monday night.